Moments within a tournament often come as surprises. In the case of the Women’s Premier League, a defining moment emerged as Nandini Sharma bowled a spell that would etch her name in the history of her league. Nandini, playing for Delhi Capitals, bowled a match winning hat-trick against Gujarat Giants, making her the first player for her franchise to achieve that record. More than the record, her achievement speaks volumes about the talent that Indian women’s cricket holds.
Who is Nandini Sharma
Nandini Sharma is an Indian women’s international cricketer who has impressed with her speed and nerve to strike in tough situations. A Chandigarh born player, Nandini has gradually made her way in domestic cricket and has been recognized for her discipline and grit, qualities which have impressed many given her minimal exposure to big events along the way.
Nandini Sharma Age
Nandini Sharma is born on September 20, 2001. At the age of 24, Nandini Sharma is showing maturity in her cricket, which is quite unusual because most players of her age take time to find their footing as professional cricketers. Nandini Sharma has already impressed the world of international cricket.
Nandini Sharma Career
Nandini has also risen through the Indian domestic system playing for the Chandigarh Women’s side before moving to the North Zone to contend in inter-zone matches. During the 2025 Senior Women’s T20 Trophy, she also made a significant impact by picking consistent scalps and being one of the leading wicket-taking bowlers for her side. She maintained a very economical average of less than 7.5 runs per over in the T20 format.
Nandini Sharma Net Worth
As of 2026, the estimated net worth of Nandini Sharma is believed to be between Rs. 3 and Rs. 5 crore, including her WPL contract worth Rs. 20 lakh, domestic match fees and early sponsorship interests following her breakout performances.
Nandini Sharma Becoming the First Delhi Capitals Bowler to Script History With a WPL Hat-Trick
Nandini made an entry in the history books of WPL in DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. She bowled the final over and got Kanika Ahuja, Rajeswari Gayakwad and Renuka Singh in successive deliveries. She bagged 5 wickets in a hat-trick effort in a span of four overs and gave merely 33 runs. This is an exclusive group in WPL bowlers to get a hat-trick. She is the first bowler in Delhi Capitals.
Nandini Sharma Responds: “Didn’t Expect the Hat-Trick”
In the post-match interview, Nandini revealed that the milestone record had come as a surprise to her. “I was only focused on hitting my areas,” Nandini said in the post-match interview. “My family was there in the stands; that made it even special for me.” To achieve her goal, Nandini had to make some adjustments to her bowling style during the match.
