Introduction
Tehri Queens Women vs Haridwar Storm Women.The Women’s Uttarakhand Premier League 2025 continued its excitement with the second match, where Tehri Queens Women showcased dominance both with bat and ball. Playing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun, they defeated Haridwar Storm Women by 7 wickets in a well-contested encounter.
Here’s a complete breakdown of the match with full stats, highlights, and turning points.
Match Overview
- Match: Tehri Queens Women vs Haridwar Storm Women
- Date: 23 September 2025
- Venue: Dehradun
- Result: Tehri Queens Women won by 7 wickets
- Toss: Tehri Queens Women won and chose to bowl first
Haridwar Storm Women Innings
Opting to bat first, Haridwar Storm Women scored 116/7 in 20 overs. Their batting was steady but lacked firepower to post a match-winning total.
Top Batters
- Dipika Chand: 47 (56 balls, 4 fours) – Anchored the innings but struggled with the strike rate.
- Kanak Tapraniya: 36 (28 balls, 6 fours) – Provided acceleration in the middle overs.
- Jyoti Giri: 21 (24 balls, 1 four, 1 six) – Played a handy supporting role.
Bowling Highlights (Tehri Queens Women)
- Neelam Naresh Bhardwaj: 3 overs, 20 runs, 3 wickets – Star performer with the ball.
- Sabhya: 4 overs, 20 runs, 2 wickets – Bowled with discipline and accuracy.
- Other bowlers maintained pressure, restricting boundaries and forcing errors.
Final Score: Haridwar Storm Women – 116/7 (20 overs)
Tehri Queens Women Innings (Chase)
Chasing 117, Tehri Queens Women were clinical, finishing the game at 119/3 in 19.1 overs. The chase was all about one player’s brilliance.
Top Batters
- Neelam Naresh Bhardwaj: 86* (64 balls, 14 fours) – A match-winning knock that dominated the innings. She played confidently, finding gaps and keeping the scoreboard moving.
- Ankita Bisht: 17* (27 balls) – Supported Neelam in the chase with patience and stability.
- Other Contributions: While the top order didn’t fire much, Neelam’s consistency ensured the chase never looked in doubt.
Haridwar Storm Women Bowling
- The bowlers struggled to contain Neelam. Despite trying variations, they couldn’t break her rhythm.
- None of the bowlers took more than one wicket, highlighting the Queens’ dominance.
Final Score: Tehri Queens Women – 120/3 (19.1 overs)
✅ Result: Won by 7 wickets
Full Match Stats at a Glance
| Team | Score | Overs | Wickets | Top Batter | Top Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haridwar Storm Women | 116/7 | 20 | 7 | Dipika Chand – 47 (56) | Neelam Bhardwaj – 3/20 |
| Tehri Queens Women | 119/3 | 19.1 | 3 | Neelam Bhardwaj – 86* (64) | Sabhya – 2/20 |
Turning Points of the Match
- Neelam Bhardwaj’s All-Round Heroics – 3 wickets with the ball + an unbeaten 86 with the bat.
- Dipika Chand’s Slow Strike Rate – Despite her 47 runs, her 56-ball innings slowed Haridwar’s momentum.
- Kanak Tapraniya’s Quickfire 36 – The only real positive for Haridwar’s batting.
- Lack of Partnerships in Storm’s Innings – Frequent wickets meant they couldn’t push beyond 120.
Player of the Match
🎖️ Neelam Naresh Bhardwaj (Tehri Queens Women)
- Bowling: 3/20 (3 overs)
- Batting: 86* (64 balls, 14 fours)
Her all-round brilliance made her the undisputed star of the match.
What This Win Means
- Tehri Queens Women: With this win, they announced themselves as serious contenders in the tournament. Their bowling unit looks sharp, and with Neelam in form, they will be a tough side to beat.
- Haridwar Storm Women: They’ll need to reassess their batting strategy. Anchoring innings is important, but improving strike rates and building partnerships will be key in future games.
Conclusion
The Women’s Uttarakhand Premier League 2025 continues to deliver thrilling contests. The second match highlighted the importance of all-rounders in T20 cricket, with Neelam Bhardwaj’s performance standing out as one of the best of the season so far.
Tehri Queens Women now march ahead with confidence, while Haridwar Storm Women will look to bounce back stronger in their next outing.
