The excitement in the capital is palpable as the much-anticipated 2nd edition of the Women’s Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 gets underway with a blockbuster opening clash. On 17th August, the stage is set at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium for Match 1, where last season’s finalists, the South Delhi Superstarz and defending champions North Delhi Strikers, face off for early supremacy. Scheduled for a 2 PM IST start, this encounter promises fireworks from the very first ball.
For North Delhi Strikers, led by the dynamic Priya Punia, the goal is clear: begin their title defence with a statement victory and set the tone for another dominant campaign. On the other side, Shweta Sehrawat and her South Delhi Superstarz are hungry, determined to avenge last year’s heartbreak and showcase their growth as contenders. With a host of emerging talents alongside battle-tested leaders, both squads will be eager to seize momentum and make their mark in front of an enthusiastic home crowd.
Squads:
South Delhi Superstarz Women’s Cricket Team
Shweta Sehrawat (C), Chhavi Gupta, Mansi Sharma, Medhavi Bidhuri, Riya Soni, Chakshita, Disha Nagar, Himkashi Choudhary, Kashish, Mitali R, Rupali, Shivi Sharma, Tanisha Singh, R Priyadarshini (wk), Tanishqa Singh (wk), Aishwarya, Ekta Bhadana, Goyinka Sharma
North Delhi Strikers Women’s Cricket Team
Ayushi Soni (C), Armeet Kaur, Riti Tomar, Upasana Yadav, Archana Devi, Hanaya, Manisha Badhan, Nazma Khan, Reshika Beniwal, Samaira Raghav, Laxmi Yadav (wk), Shweta Singh (wk), Aarti Kumari, Ananya, Anshu Nagar, Harshita, Pari Sharma, Ria Sharma, Shivani Jangid
Player to watch out:
Shweta Sehrawat
Shweta Sehrawat, the 21-year-old dynamo, made headlines as the leading run-scorer in the inaugural ICC Women’s Under-19 World Cup 2023 in South Africa, amassing 297 runs at an impressive strike rate of 139.43 and an outstanding average of 99 across 7 innings. Representing the UP Warriorz in the Women’s Premier League (WPL), Shweta takes on a new challenge as the captain of South Delhi Superstarz and will aim to lead her side to glory with her proven batting prowess and leadership skills.
Tanisha Singh
Tanisha Singh, a talented 22-year-old all-rounder known for her effective off-spin, has established herself as a consistent performer at the domestic level, representing Delhi. As the 2nd edition of the Women’s Delhi Premier League 2025 kicks off on 17th August, Tanisha will bring her valuable skills and experience to the South Delhi Superstarz, aiming to make a significant impact for her team in the tournament.
Ayushi Soni
Ayushi Soni, a promising 24-year-old batter, is set to represent North Delhi Strikers in the upcoming 2nd edition of the Women’s Delhi Premier League. With experience playing for Delhi at the domestic level, Ayushi brings youthful energy and solid batting skills to her team as they aim to defend their title in this highly anticipated tournament.
Upasana Yadav
Upasana Yadav, a dynamic 21-year-old top-order batter, is renowned for her destructive power-hitting that can change the course of any match. Representing Delhi at the domestic level, she brings aggressive flair and crucial firepower to the North Delhi Strikers squad as they gear up for the 2nd edition of the Women’s Delhi Premier League 2025.
Pitch:
The center wicket at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, heavily favours the spinners, with 33 wickets (in the last five games) as compared to the pacers with just 9 wickets to their name. The average total at this venue is 148, promising an engaging contest between bat and ball.
Weather:
The weather forecasts light rain with a 35% chance of precipitation. Temperatures are expected to hover around a warm 32°C, accompanied by a humidity level of 76%. Moderate winds blowing at 11 km/h will add to the conditions.
Fantasy Playing XI:
R Priyadarshni, Shweta Sehrawat, Upasana Yadav, Mansi Sharma, Nazma, Riya Soni, Tanisha Singh, Ayushi Soni, Ekta Bhadana, Medhavi Bidhuri, Riti Tomar
Match Details:
Date – August 17, 2025
Time – 2:00 PM IST
Venue – Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Broadcast – The game will be telecasted on Star Sports Hindi 2 and will be streamed live on JioHotstar and the FanCode App.
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