The 7th match of Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 unfolds at Dr DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on January 14 at 7:30 PM IST, Delhi Capitals against UP Warriorz. This high-octane clash between Delhi Capitals’ explosive batting resurgence against UP Warriorz’ all-round grit, with both teams desperate to shake off shaky starts and grab those two crucial points for playoff momentum.
Delhi Capitals stumbled with a 50-run loss to Mumbai Indians and a heartbreaker by 4 runs to Gujarat, while UP Warriorz fought hard in a 10-run defeat to Gujarat Giants and crumbled by 9 wickets against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) now, redemption awaits on a batting paradise.
Squads:
Delhi Capitals Women’s Cricket Team
Alana King, Chinelle Henry, Deeya Yadav, Jemimah Rodrigues, Laura Wolvaardt, Lizelle Lee, Lucy Hamilton, Mamatha Madiwala, Marizanne Kapp, Minu Mani, Nandini Sharma, Niki Prasad, Shafali Verma, Sneh Rana, Shree Charani, Taniya Bhatia
UP Warriorz Women’s Cricket Team
Meg Lanning, Harleen Deol, Deandra Dottin, Sophie Ecclestone, Kranti Goud, Shipra Giri, Charli Knott, Phoebe Litchfield, Suman Meena, Kiran Navgire, Shikha Pandey, Pratika Rawal, Shweta Sehrawat, Deepti Sharma, Simran Shaikh, Trisha Gongadi, Chloe Tryon, Asha Sobhana
Players to watch out:
Chinelle Henry
Chinelle Henry brings all-round firepower to Delhi Capitals after 65 WT20Is with a strike rate of 92.06 and 22 wickets. In WPL, she’s shone across 9 matches with 226 runs at a scorching 185 strike rate and 9 wickets. She scored 56 against MI while taking 1 wicket, then grabbed 2 wickets against Gujarat her bounce could rattle UPW’s top order early.
Lizelle Lee
Lizelle Lee, the explosive opener, boasts 82 WT20Is with 1,896 runs at a 110-strike rate. In her recent outing against Gujarat Giants, she smashed 86 off 54 balls with 12 boundaries and 3 sixes, proving her game changing powers. Her aggression could set the tone for DC’s batting revival.
Phoebe Litchfield
The 22-year-old Australian opener Phoebe Litchfield has lit up 27 T20Is with 440 runs at a strike rate of 140, showcasing her fearless intent. Against Gujarat Giants, she nearly pulled off a solo heist, smashing 78 off 40 balls including 8 boundaries and 5 sixes at a blistering 195 strike rate, keeping UPW alive till the end. Her ability to anchor early while exploding later could exploit DC’s seam attack on this bouncy pitch.
Deepti Sharma
Deepti Sharma stands as the crucial factor for UP Warriorz in WPL 2026. At 28, this left-hand batter and right-arm off-spinner has evolved into India’s most reliable all-rounder, blending gritty run-scoring with wicket-taking ability. Across 133 T20Is, she amassed 1,107 runs at a strike rate of 104 while snaring 152 wickets at an economy of 6.12. Deepti’s WPL record further cements her status across 27 matches, 553 runs at 118 strike rate, and 27 wickets with a best of 4/19. In her recent match against Gujarat, she scored 45* and helped her team reach a respectable total.
Pitch:
DY Patil Stadium offers batting-friendly pace and bounce early, favoring high scores around 175 average in T20s with six wickets typical. Seamers exploit initial movement, spinners thrive later, and dew often boosts chasing teams; toss winners may bowl first.
Weather:
Perfect conditions await in Navi Mumbai with clear skies and no rain in sight. Temperatures will range from a comfortable minimum of 19°C to a warm maximum of 30°C, paired with 52% humidity. Light winds at 18 km/h mean uninterrupted play all day.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Phoebe Litchfield, Lizelle Lee, Jemimah Rodrigues, Laura Wolvaardt, Deepti Sharma, Chinelle Henry, Marizanne Kapp, Sophie Ecclestone, Shikha Pandey, Sneh Rana, Nandni Sharma
Match Details:
Date – January 14, 2026
Time – 7:30 PM IST
Venue – DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
Broadcast – Telecast on Star Sports Network | Streaming on Jio Hotstar (India)
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