The stage is set, the stakes couldn’t be higher, and the battle lines have been drawn. The Women’s Premier League 2025 Final is here, and it’s a clash of the titans as Delhi Capitals lock horns with Mumbai Indians at the iconic Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai on March 15.
A season filled with unforgettable performances, breathtaking moments, and hard-fought victories now boils down to this grand finale—where one team will etch their name into history as the WPL 2025 champions.
ROAD TO THE FINAL
Delhi Capitals have stormed into the final after a dominant season, displaying resilience, aggression, and supreme tactical acumen. Our journey has been powered by the sheer brilliance of our batting unit, a disciplined bowling attack, and a team-first mindset that has seen us outclass our opposition time and again.
This led us to not only become the first team to book a place in the WPL 2025 Playoffs but also to make it to the top of the table three years in a row. Three seasons in, two filled with heartbreak, and it’s time for Delhi to seize the ultimate prize.
Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, have been a formidable force throughout the tournament. They have consistently delivered performances worthy of a champion side. Their key players are in great form, something that we need to be wary of on Saturday.
HEAD-TO-HEAD RECORD
Delhi is the team which holds the record for the maximum wins over MI in the WPL. Not only that, but this season, the Mumbai side has been unable to cross the Capitals’ barrier, losing both the league stage encounters. This has titled the scale towards Delhi, who now have won four of their seven clashes in WPL history.
However, the last time these two sides met in the a WPL final was in the inaugural edition. In that clash. MI got the better of our girls and were crowned the 2023 Champions. So our girls need to keep that defeat behind and continue their blistering form on the ultimate day.
PLAYERS TO WATCH OUT FOR
Shafali Verma: The fearless opener, Shafali has set the tone for Delhi with her explosive starts, tearing apart bowling attacks in the powerplay. With her ability to clear the ropes with ease, she will be our biggest weapon in countering Mumbai’s pace attack. If she gets going, expect fireworks at Brabourne. She is also the current top-scored of our team this season.
Meg Lanning: The ultimate leader, Lanning has been the backbone of Delhi’s batting lineup, guiding the innings with her composed yet aggressive stroke play. With a wealth of experience in finals, she knows exactly what it takes to lift trophies. A match-winning knock from our skipper could be on the cards, as she registers this elusive trophy to her name on Saturday.
Jess Jonassen: Arguably one of the best all-rounders in world cricket, with her craft and control, Jonassen has been a nightmare for opposition batters, consistently striking in the middle overs. On the batting front, having being promoted to No. 3, JJ has been a revelation for us, supporting the top order with everything she got.
Shikha Pandey: A veteran with a wealth of experience, Shikha Pandey’s ability to strike with the new ball and deliver in crunch moments makes her a key asset for Delhi. Her disciplined line and length, combined with the knack for picking up big wickets, could be a decisive factor in this high-stakes clash.
KEY PLAYER BATTLES
Meg Lanning vs. Amelia Kerr: The battle between Lanning’s masterful batting and Kerr’s precise leg-spin will be a contest for the ages. If Lanning can dominate the middle overs, Delhi will have the upper hand.
Shafali Verma vs. Shabnim Ismail: The duel between Shafali’s fearless aggression and Ismail’s express pace is bound to be electric. If Shafali can counter Ismail’s early onslaught, Delhi will gain a crucial advantage in the powerplay.
Nat Sciver-Brunt vs. Marizanne Kapp: Two of the finest all-rounders in world cricket, Sciver-Brunt and Kapp are match-winners on their own. Whether with the bat or the ball, their individual performances could be the difference between triumph and heartbreak.
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.
FINAL VERDICT
With the eyes of the cricketing world fixed on Brabourne, this is a final that promises to deliver thrills, drama, and unforgettable moments. Delhi Capitals have worked tirelessly to reach this stage, and now, with one final hurdle to cross, we are ready to give it our all.
This is our moment. This is our time to shine. Let’s bring the trophy home, Delhi Capitals!
