Delhi Capitals Women vs UP Warriorz Women Prediction & Match Preview – WPL 2026

Delhi Capitals Women lost their opener heavily while chasing against Mumbai Indians, but their batting looked better in the second game. Lizelle Lee made 86 off 54 balls, and Laura Wolvaardt hit 77 off 38 at number three. Shafali Verma is still searching for form, with Jemimah Rodrigues and Marizanne Kapp lower down.

Bowling is the concern, as Delhi have gone for 190 or more in both matches when defending. Kapp, Chinelle Henry and Nandani Sharma have been the wicket-takers, while Sneh Rana and Shree Charani have been expensive.

UP Warriorz Women also lost their first game, falling a little short chasing, with Phoebe Litchfield making 78 off 40. Batting first against RCB Women they managed only 143/5. Meg Lanning and Harleen Deol were out by the eighth over with 39 on the board, and the side slid from 50-2 to 50-5 with three wickets in three balls. Kiran Navgire, Deepti Sharma and Deol must score, and Deandra Dottin looked in touch. Sophie Ecclestone, Deepti and Shikha Pandey lead a bowling group that can still hurt Delhi.

Probable playing XI

Pitch report

Dr DY Patil Sports Academy is known for a batting-friendly pitch with consistent bounce. Pace bowlers may get early help under lights, but the surface flattens and partnerships are easier to build. Spin comes into the game in the middle overs, typical T20 totals are around 160–170, and teams often elect to bowl first.

Weather

At 7:30 pm local time it should be clear to mostly clear at about 26–27 °C, with light winds and virtually no chance of rain.

Expected scores

• 1st innings: 155–170
• 2nd innings: 145–165

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