​Delhi Capitals are set to face UP Warriorz once again within three days in a highly-anticipated Women's Premier League 2025 clash at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday.

Fresh off a thrilling seven-wicket victory over the Warriorz on February 19, the Capitals aim to maintain their winning momentum and further solidify their position in the points table.​

HEAD-TO-HEAD

The recent encounter between these two teams saw the Delhi Capitals chasing down a target of 167 with just one ball to spare. Captain Meg Lanning led from the front with a stellar 69 off 49 balls, while Annabel Sutherland and Marizanne Kapp held their nerve in the final overs to secure the win. This victory not only showcased the Capitals' batting depth but also highlighted their ability to perform under pressure.

After Wednesday’s win, Delhi have extended their head-to-head advantage to four wins out of five. Hence, it’s not doubt that they enter Saturday’s fixture as the favourites once again.

PLAYERS TO WATCH OUT FOR

Meg Lanning: Our skipper proved once again why she is one of the most dependable batters in women's cricket with a match-winning 69 off 49 balls in the last encounter against UP Warriorz. Lanning’s ability to anchor the innings while maintaining a healthy strike rate makes her a key figure at the top. Her experience in pressure situations and sharp tactical acumen also provide Delhi with an edge. If she gets going, UP’s bowlers will have a tough time stopping the run flow.

Annabel Sutherland: The young all-rounder has been a revelation for Delhi Capitals, showing maturity beyond her years. In the previous game, her unbeaten 41 off 35 balls was instrumental in sealing the chase. Added to this were her bowling figures of 26/2. Apart from her batting, Sutherland’s ability to chip in with crucial wickets in the middle overs makes her an invaluable asset. Her adaptability in different game situations will be crucial for Delhi’s balance.

Marizanne Kapp: One of the most complete all-rounders in the game, Kapp has a knack for delivering in high-pressure situations. Her ability to swing the ball both ways makes her a dangerous bowler, especially with the new ball. In the previous match, her late cameo with the bat and disciplined bowling helped Delhi stay in control. If she can strike early with the ball and contribute quick runs down the order, UP Warriorz will find it difficult to counter her impact.

KEY PLAYER BATTLES

Marizanne Kapp vs. Grace Harris: Kapp, known for her swing bowling and disciplined lengths, will be a major threat to the hard-hitting Harris. If Kapp can get Harris early, it could prevent UP from accelerating in the death overs.

Kiran Navgire vs Shikha Pandey: Navgire is known for her explosive batting but Shikha can control the game with her disciplined bowling. If Pandey can get the ball to move or bowl into Navgire’s body, she could stop Navgire in the powerplay overs.

Shafali Verma vs. Deepti Sharma: Verma’s attacking mindset makes her a dangerous batter, but Sharma’s ability to slow down the scoring rate with her off-spin will be crucial. An early wicket here could swing momentum in UP’s favour.

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.