
In a momentous moment for Indian women’s cricket, Deepti Sharma etched her name in the history books of the (WPL) Women’s Premier League by becoming the first Indian cricketer to take a hat-trick in the tournament. This remarkable achievement occurred during an electrifying match between UP Warriors and Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Deepti’s feat not only captured the spotlight but also added another layer of excitement to what was already shaping up to be a thrilling WPL season.
Deepti Sharma’s Historic Hat-Trick

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The Deepthi Sharma hat-trick in the action-filled game saw UP Warriorz change the momentum dramatically to their favor. Her first was taken in the 14th over when she got rid of Delhi Capitals’ skipper who was playing in a good form scoring 60 runs. That was a key wicket as the threatening partnership got stopped, and this handed UP Warriorz the momentum of the run chase for the relatively small target of 139.
But that was not all magic. Deepti came back in the last but one over and didn’t waste much time. In successive balls, she sent Annabel Sutherland and Arundhati Reddy back into the pavilion, which made Delhi Capitals’ task tough. To finish off a match-winning spell, Deepti sent Shikha Pandey back to the pavilion, thus completing a much-deserved hat-trick. This scintillating effort from Deepti ensured the game was effectively sealed in UP Warriorz’s favor.
This is the first-ever hat-trick for Indian cricket in WPL. Deepti Sharma’s was the first ever by an Indian cricketer, as Issy Wong of Mumbai Indians had earlier achieved the feat in the Women’s Premier League. The performance set a very high benchmark for others in the 2023 season, but with her delivery, Deepti added a new dimension to the growing legacy of Indian cricketers in the WPL. Her hat trick not only brought her team closer to victory but also highlighted her position as one of the top all-rounders in women’s cricket today.
The record of a hat-trick was made in the WPL, and by Deepti Sharma
Deepti’s hat-trick in the Women’s Premier League not only marked a personal triumph but also created a defining moment in the tournament’s history. The WPL, which has rapidly grown into one of the most-watched cricket leagues globally, now boasts a historic milestone with two players having achieved the coveted hat-trick. As the tournament continues to evolve, Deepti’s achievement will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the key moments in the history of Indian women’s cricket.
Issy Wong’s Historic Hat-Trick: A Benchmark for WPL

Prior to Deepti Sharma’s scintillating performance, Issy Wong had etched her name in the history of WPL as the first player to take a hat-trick. Wong did so during the Eliminator match of the 2023 season against UP Warriorz, claiming 4 wickets for 15 runs. Her performance turned the tables for Mumbai Indians in the match, giving them an upper hand in the game. Wong’s hat-trick, which helped her team move forward in the tournament, remains a high point of the WPL’s history.
Now, with Deepti’s hat-trick added to the annals of the league, the stage is set for more players to take on the challenge and achieve similar feats, creating new benchmarks for future generations of cricketers.
Complete List of Hat-Tricks in Women’s Premier League
Deepti Sharma’s achievement puts her name next to Issy Wong in that exclusive list of players who have taken a hat-trick in the WPL. Here’s a quick glance at the players who have managed to do that:
| Player Name | Team | Opponent | Figures |
| Issy Wong (MI) Mumbai Indians | UP Warriorz | 4/15 |
| Deepti Sharma (UPW) UP Warriorz | Delhi Capitals | 4/19 |
Deepti Sharma is undoubtedly one of those most likely cornerstones of a campaign for the UP Warriorz with the continuing proceedings of this tournament. What contributes to their solid advantage well rounds her formability, while what makes a batswoman unaffordable also turns out to be their ace – so, more in the present: Deepti Sharma; on the path ahead, contributing not only a punch but dynamic formability against other teams during a WPL game.
Deepti Sharma proved, in the same historic hat-trick and match-winning contributions, that she was one of the most skilled all-rounders in women’s cricket as well as one of the defining players in the history of the Women’s Premier League. With the continued inspiration that she offers, her legacy will grow and shine with great expectations in the years to come.
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