The 2025 Women’s Premier League (WPL) season has witnessed a trend where teams chasing have won all four games so far. The average first-innings score at the venue is 162, making it imperative to have a well-balanced side, favoring batters in the second innings due to dew. Both UP Warriorz (UPW) and Delhi Capitals (DC) are looking to gain momentum in the tournament. DC’s batting unit, led by Meg Lanning, will look to dominate, while UPW’s all-round strength, spearheaded by Deepti Sharma and Tahlia McGrath, will be crucial.
UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals Match Details: WPL 2025
- Match: UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals, WPL 2025
- Date & Time: Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar, Sports18 Network
Kotambi Stadium Pitch Report & Weather Conditions
- Pitch Type: Black soil pitch, hard surface, slight cracks.
- Recent Trends: Dew plays a significant role, making chasing easier.
- Winning Strategy: Teams batting second have won all four games so far.
| Factor | Analysis |
|---|---|
| New Ball Movement | Good for stroke play, favors batters |
| Batting Conditions | Becomes easier under lights |
| Bowler Assistance | Pacers effective in powerplay, spinners struggle |
| Ideal First-Innings Score | 165+ |
Pace vs Spin at Kotambi Stadium in WPL
| Type | B | R | W | AV | Eco | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pace | 465 | 638 | 22 | 29.00 | 8.23 | 21.1 |
| Spin | 444 | 647 | 25 | 25.88 | 8.74 | 17.7 |
UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals Probable Playing XI
UP Warriorz (UPW) Playing XI:
- Kiran Navgire
- Vrinda Dinesh
- Uma Chetry (wk)
- Deepti Sharma (c)
- Tahlia McGrath
- Grace Harris
- Shweta Sehrawat
- Alana King
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Saima Thakor/Anjali Sarvani
- Kranti Goud
Delhi Capitals (DC) Playing XI:
- Shafali Varma
- Meg Lanning (c)
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Annabel Sutherland
- Marizanne Kapp
- Jess Jonassen
- Sarah Bryce (wk)
- Shikha Pandey
- Radha Yadav
- Arundhati Reddy
- Minnu Mani
Key Players to Watch Out For: UPW vs DC
UP Warriorz:
- Deepti Sharma: In great form, all-rounder with high fantasy value.
- Shafali Verma: Explosive batter who has a good record against DC.
- Sophie Ecclestone: WPL’s leading wicket-taker, effective in middle overs.
Delhi Capitals:
- Meg Lanning: Classy batter due for a big score, great head-to-head record.
- Marizanne Kapp: Key performer in both departments, a must-have in fantasy teams.
- Annabel Sutherland: Reliable all-rounder with consistent contributions.
UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction
Dream11 Team Picks:
Wicketkeepers:
Uma Chetry
Batters:
- Meg Lanning
- Shafali Verma (C)
All-rounders:
- Annabel Sutherland (VC)
- Marizanne Kapp
- Tahlia McGrath
- Grace Harris
- Deepti Sharma
Bowlers:
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Radha Yadav
- Shikha Pandey
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:
- Captain: Shafali Verma
- Vice-Captain: Annabel Sutherland
- Alternative Choices: Deepti Sharma, Marizanne Kapp
UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals Match Prediction & Winning Tips
With batting becoming easier in the second half, the toss will be crucial. UP Warriorz’ balanced squad gives them a slight edge, but Delhi Capitals’ experience in knockout games could make the difference.
- If UPW bats first: Target at least 165-170 to remain competitive.
- If DC bats first: Must set a strong total, ideally 170+.
Winning Prediction: Slight edge to UPW, but DC’s experience could be a game-changer.
UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals Live Streaming & Score Updates
- Where to Watch? Sports18 Network.
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar
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