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Delhi Capitals Women vs UP Warriorz Women Prediction & Preview – WPL 20th Match

Delhi Capitals Women, led by Jemimah Rodrigues, sit fourth in the table with three wins from seven matches. This is their final league game, and victory would take them past the defending champions Mumbai Indians Women and into an Eliminator against Gujarat Giants Women.

UP Warriorz were the first team to be knocked out of the tournament, managing only two wins from seven outings. They will still want to finish the season on a high and make life difficult for a Delhi side with a lot to play for.

With a balanced surface and warm, dry weather forecast, the first six overs could be crucial. Teams that start well can build a strong total, and spinners should have a say in the middle overs as the pitch slows. Dew may help the side chasing under lights.

Probable playing XI

Delhi Capitals Women

  1. Shafali Verma
  2. Lizelle Lee (wk)
  3. Laura Wolvaardt
  4. Jemimah Rodrigues (c)
  5. Marizanne Kapp
  6. Deeya Yadav
  7. Niki Prasad
  8. Sneh Rana
  9. Lucy Hamilton
  10. Shree Charani
  11. Nandni Sharma

UP Warriorz Women

  1. Meg Lanning (c)
  2. Kiran Navgire
  3. Phoebe Litchfield
  4. Harleen Deol
  5. Chloe Tryon
  6. Shweta Sehrawat (wk)
  7. Sophie Ecclestone
  8. Deepti Sharma
  9. Asha Sobhana Joy
  10. Shikha Pandey
  11. Kranti Gaud

Pitch report

The BCA Stadium surface normally offers a balanced contest. Fast bowlers can find some early movement and bounce, so batters need to be careful in the opening overs. The pitch then settles and favours stroke play and partnerships, and spinners may get some help later as it slows, provided they bowl with control and variation.

Weather

Warm and mainly clear conditions are expected around 7:00 pm, at roughly 28–30 °C with very little chance of rain, moderate to low humidity and light winds.

Expected scores

  • 1st innings: 145–160
  • 2nd innings: 140–155

Frequently asked questions

What is at stake for Delhi Capitals Women in this match?

A win would lift them past the defending champions Mumbai Indians Women and set up an Eliminator against Gujarat Giants Women.

Where do UP Warriorz stand in WPL 2026?

They were the first side eliminated, with only two wins from seven matches.

What total is competitive at BCA Stadium?

Around 150 or more batting first should be competitive in women’s T20s here.

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