DC-W vs MI-W, WPL 2025 Final: 3rd time heartbreak for Delhi as Mumbai lift trophy

DC-W vs MI-W LIVE Score, WPL 2025 Final: Come the chase, despite the small total, Meg Lanning was removed early by Nat Sciver-Brunt as the score read 15/1 after 2 overs. Soon DC went on to lose two more for just 37 runs. That trend continued till the very end as Delhi just could not get the partnerships going. Eventually they lost the final by 8 runs, as MI lifted their 2nd trophy.

Delhi Capitals will chase 150 runs to win their maiden WPL title. Mumbai Indians fought back after a poor start thanks to Harmanpeet Kaur’s 44-ball 66. Her 89-run stand with Nat Sciver-Burnt helped Mumbai rescue from 20/2 in the powerplay. Marizanne Kapp gave Delhi a great start, bagging 2/11 in her four overs. In the end, despite losing 4 wickets in quick succession, Mumbai managed to put 149/7 in 20 overs.

DC-W vs MI-W LIVE Updates

One is going for a maiden #TATAWPL title

The other for a record nd trophy in the cabinet

The captains hype us up for the big finale #DCvMI | #Final | @DelhiCapitals | @mipaltan pic.twitter.com/T3S4xQB7b5
— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) March 15, 2025

Brabourne Stadium Pitch Report

The Brabourne Stadium pitch is prepared to deliver a batting extravaganza, promising a feast of runs. However, as the game unfolds, spin bowlers might hold the key due to the pitch’s behaviour. With dew likely to factor in later, the toss becomes significant, and history favours the team opting to bat first, given prior trends at this venue.

DC-W vs MI-W Head-to-Head Record

In their last five encounters, Mumbai Indians Women lead with three wins over Delhi Capitals Women, who have clinched victory twice. Notably, Delhi Capitals had a convincing nine-wicket win in their recent face-off during the round-robin phase, restricting Mumbai to a mere 123/9. However, overall, Delhi have a slight advantage, winning four out of 7 clashes.

Category	Details
Total Matches	7
Delhi Capitals Won	4
Mumbai Indians Won	3
Tied	0
No Result	0

DC-W vs MI-W Predicted Line-ups

Delhi Capitals Women

Delhi Capitals Women, led by Meg Lanning, have consistently shown strength in their batting lineup, with a mix of aggressive and solid players. Their bowling unit is well-rounded, featuring both pace and spin options. The only change they can make is bringing in N Charani for Titas Sadhu as an extra spinner. Here’s their predicted lineup for the final:

Meg Lanning (C)
Shafali Verma
Jess Jonassen
Jemimah Rodrigues
Annabel Sutherland
Marizanne Kapp
Sarah Bryce (wk)
Niki Prasad
Minnu Mani
Shikha Pandey
Titas Sadhu

Mumbai Indians Women

Mumbai Indians Women, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, boast a formidable batting lineup with players like Nat Sciver-Brunt and Hayley Matthews. Their bowling attack is equally potent, featuring international stars like Amelia Kerr and Shabnim Ismail. Here’s their predicted lineup for the final:

Hayley Matthews
Yastika Bhatia (wk)
Amelia Kerr
Nat Sciver-Brunt
Harmanpreet Kaur (C)
Amanjot Kaur
Sajeevan Sajana
G Kamalini
Sanskriti Gupta
Shabnim Ismail
Saika Ishaque

WPL 2025 Final Key Players to Watch

Delhi Capitals Women

Jess Jonassen: Her ability to contribute significantly with both bat and ball makes her a critical player for Delhi.
Shafali Verma: Known for her explosive starts, Verma can swing the game’s momentum in Delhi’s favour.
Meg Lanning: The captain’s leadership and batting prowess are vital for setting a challenging total.

Mumbai Indians Women

Nat Sciver-Brunt: As the top scorer of the season, Sciver-Brunt’s all-round abilities could be a deciding factor.
Hayley Matthews: Fresh from a match-winning knock in the eliminator, Matthews poses a significant threat to Delhi.
Amelia Kerr: Her dual expertise with bat and ball offers Mumbai a tactical advantage.

WPL 2025 Final Match Prediction

Mumbai Indians Women enter the final with a slight edge, courtesy of their powerful batting lineup and recent momentum. However, Delhi Capitals Women, under Meg Lanning’s astute leadership, and their disciplined bowling attack, could well spring a surprise. A fiercely competitive contest is on the cards, with Mumbai’s depth in batting potentially tipping the scales in their favor.

WPL 2025 Closing Ceremony

Prior to the nail-biting action on the field, the closing ceremony is set to engage fans with a vibrant line-up of performances, starting at 6:45 PM IST.

Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025

Time: The closing ceremony will start at 6:45 PM IST, preceding the final match.

Venue: Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai, India

Performers: