Delhi Capitals are set to lock horns with Mumbai Indians in a highly anticipated Women's Premier League 2025 encounter at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday. With both teams eyeing a crucial win to solidify their standings in the league, fans can expect an exciting contest.
Delhi currently occupy the second position on the points table with three wins out of their five matches this season. Mumbai Indians have been in impressive form and currently sit atop the league standings.
With the league stage heating up, a victory in this encounter could prove vital for both teams in their quest for a playoff spot.
HEAD-TO-HEAD RECORD
Delhi started their WPL 2025 journey with a thrilling last-over win over Mumbai. That has given us an edge when it comes to head-to-head records, as we have won three of the five times we have met in WPL history.
While we will aim to do a double over Mumbai this season, the opponents will be keen to turn the tide and capitalise on their good form to extend their lead. With both teams stacked with match-winners, the clash promises to be another thrilling spectacle.
PLAYERS TO WATCH OUT FOR
Shafali Verma: A destructive opener, Shafali can take the game away from the opposition in the powerplay. Her fearless strokeplay, aggressive intent, and ability to clear the infield make her a nightmare for bowlers. She has given us some solid knocks in the past few games, amassing 137 runs in the process. However, she would aim to stick on to the crease for longer and inflict a winning knock on the opponents.
Jess Jonassen: A crucial player for Delhi, Jonassen’s left-arm spin has troubled strong batters before. Her accuracy, ability to vary pace, and knack for picking up key wickets in the middle overs make her a pivotal player in this fixture. Not only does she contain runs effectively, she is also a gun batter. Her fantastic 61 of 32 vs Gujarat Giants proved to be the game-winner. It is to be seen if she is promoted at 3 once again so that she can continue her form.
Marizanne Kapp: One of the most complete all-rounders in the game, Kapp is an invaluable asset for Delhi. With the ball, her ability to swing the new ball and generate movement makes her a constant threat to opposition batters. She is currently the most successful wicket-taker in powerplays in WPL history. Additionally, Kapp’s hard-hitting lower-order batting provides Delhi with late acceleration, ensuring they have the firepower to post or chase down competitive totals.
KEY PLAYER BATTLES
Meg Lanning vs. Amelia Kerr: Lanning’s ability to handle spin will be tested against the skillful leg-spin of Amelia Kerr. If Kerr can outfox Lanning early, Mumbai will gain a significant advantage in controlling Delhi’s innings.
Shafali Verma vs. Shabnim Ismail: The battle between Verma’s aggressive strokeplay and Ismail’s raw pace will be one to watch. If Ismail can strike early, Mumbai can seize control of the powerplay. Conversely, if Verma gets going, Delhi will have a flying start.
Nat Sciver-Brunt vs. Marizanne Kapp: A duel between two of the finest all-rounders in the game, both players are capable of turning the match with their performances. Whether it’s with a bat or a ball, this contest could shape the outcome of the game.
DELHI CAPITALS FULL SQUAD
Meg Lanning (C), Alice Capsey, Sarah Bryce, Annabel Sutherland, Minnu Mani, Shafali Verma, Arundhati Reddy, N Charani, Shikha Pandey, Jemimah Rodrigues, Nandini Kashyap, Sneha Deepthi, Jess Jonassen, Niki Prasad, Taniyaa Bhatia, Marchizanne Kapp, Radha Yadav, Titas Sadhu.
WHERE AND WHEN TO WATCH
Catch all the action LIVE on Star Sports Network or watch the LIVE streaming on JioHotstar from 7:30 PM onwards.
