The Women’s Delhi Premier League 2025 continues with a bottom-half clash as North Delhi Strikers Women take on East Delhi Riders Women. Both teams have endured a tough run this season and find themselves battling in the lower half of the table. For the Strikers, consistency with the bat will be key, while the Riders will look to their bowling attack to finish off on a high.
Squads:
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
East Delhi Riders Women Cricket Team
Aarna Dudeja, Kanshika, Meenakshi Vashishat, Priya Punia (C), Urvashi Gupta, Vanshika Lila, Bharti Rawal, Hansika, Harendra Madhu, Hridya Sharma, Neha Chhillar, Nilanchal Nerwal, Priyanshi, Purva Siwach, Sonakshi, Tushika, Pragya Rawat (wk), Tannu Yadav (wk), Aashi Saxena, Mayuri Singh, Sumiti Soni
Players to watch out:
Nazma Khan
A true game-changer, Nazma Khan produced a standout all-round performance in the recent fixture against Central Delhi Queens. With the bat, she anchored the chase with a composed 40* runs, ensuring her team stayed in control. She followed that up with the ball, claiming 3/24, showcasing her ability to influence matches in both departments. Her versatility and match-winning temperament make her one of the most dangerous players in the Strikers’ squad.
Shivani Jangid
A key contributor with the ball, Shivani Jangid continues to provide important breakthroughs for her team. Against Central Delhi Queens, she returned with figures of 2/21, striking at crucial moments to keep the opposition under check. Her knack for breaking partnerships and applying pressure in the middle overs adds depth to the bowling attack, giving North Delhi Strikers balance in their lineup.
Priya Punia
Leading from the front, captain Priya Punia is the cornerstone of the Riders’ batting unit. A seasoned top-order batter, she scored a brisk 22 off 19 balls against Central Delhi Queens, setting the tone at the top. With international exposure, having represented India in WT20Is, she brings both experience and composure to her side. The Strikers will rely heavily on her to anchor innings and guide younger players in pressure situations.
Vanshika Lila
One of the emerging names in the East Delhi Riders setup, Vanshika Lila has proven her worth as a genuine batting all-rounder. Against Central Delhi Queens, she delivered a fine all-round display, returning 2/8 with the ball while also contributing a handy 15 runs with the bat. Her ability to chip in with crucial overs and add stability in the middle order makes her a valuable dual-threat option for the Riders.
Pitch:
The surface at the Arun Jaitley Stadium has long been considered a batter’s paradise, offering consistent bounce and excellent value for strokes all around the ground. Stroke-makers can cash in early, with the true pace of the wicket allowing for high-scoring contests. Teams will aim to make the most of the powerplay overs but will also need to preserve wickets for a strong finish in the middle and death overs.
Weather:
With temperatures hovering around 33°C, conditions will be warm and humid. The humidity is expected to be around 72%, which could make for challenging playing conditions and aid bowlers in generating movement. A 20% chance of precipitation remains, but the forecast still points towards largely uninterrupted play.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Ayushi Soni, Archana Devi, Nazma Khan, Shivani Jangid, Riti Tomar, Priya Punia, Vanshika Lila, Urvashi Gupta, Pragya Rawat, Purva Siwach, Neha Chhillar
Match Details:
Date – August 22, 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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