Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur called it a "dream come true" moment after Mumbai Indians outplayed Gujarat Giants by 143 runs to make a sensational start to the inaugural Women`s Premier League here on Saturday. The opening match of WPL turned out to be a lop-sided game as MI stamped their authority with an all-round show, riding on Harmanpreet`s sparkling 30-ball 65 and Saika Ishaque`s four-wicket haul.

"It was a brilliant start. Feeling like dream come true....first day. We were hoping all things going our way, and they were in our favour," said Harmanpreet at the post-match presentation. "We kept things simple and clear. Told players to play natural. Obviously its a big day for women`s cricket but it was all about backing yourself."