The fourth match of the ongoing third edition of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) promises to be an intense showdown, as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru lock horns with two-time runners-up Delhi Capitals. Scheduled for 7:30 PM (IST) on February 17 at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, this fixture is a highly anticipated rematch of the last season’s final.
Both teams enter this encounter on the back of thrilling wins. RCB scripted history in their opening game by successfully chasing down 202 against Gujarat Giants—the highest-ever successful run chase in WPL history. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals pulled off a last-ball heist, chasing 165 against Mumbai Indians. With both sides looking to extend their winning streak, let’s dive into the top fantasy picks for this electrifying clash.
Wicketkeeper –
Richa Ghosh
Richa has been an absolute powerhouse for RCB, adding immense value both behind the stumps and with the bat. The 21-year-old Indian wicketkeeper played a match-winning knock in the opening game, hammering a stunning 64* off just 27 balls, anchoring RCB’s record chase. Her international credentials are equally impressive, with 985 runs in 62 T20Is at a strike rate of 142.13. A crucial member of RCB’s title-winning squad last season, she amassed 257 runs at a blistering strike rate of 141.98. Recently, she made headlines by smashing 54 off just 21 balls, equaling the joint-fastest T20I fifty for India.
Batters –
Meg Lanning
Meg, the legendary former Australian captain, had a sluggish start to WPL 2025, scoring 15 off 19 balls. However, her legacy in T20 cricket is unquestionable. Having led Australia to multiple ICC titles, she remains one of the most consistent performers in the format. A veteran of 132 T20Is, she accumulated 3,405 runs, with a career-best of 133. In the WPL, Lanning has dominated the batting charts, winning the Orange Cap in the inaugural season with 345 runs in nine games, followed by 331 runs in the second edition.
Ellyse Perry
Ellyse, one of the most accomplished all-rounders in cricket history, played a crucial role in RCB’s opening game with a solid 57 off 36 balls. Despite dealing with a hip injury that has limited her bowling, Perry remains a key figure in RCB’s lineup. She was the orange cap holder in WPL 2024, amassing 347 runs at an astounding average of 69.40. However, her recent form has been inconsistent due to injuries, as seen in her low scores of 2, 7, and 12 in the Ashes T20Is. With 2,109 T20I runs, 126 wickets, and experience across multiple leagues, she remains a game-changer.
Smriti Mandhana
Smriti, India’s vice-captain, had a quiet start to the tournament with 9 off 7 balls. However, her current form suggests she’s due for a big knock. In 2024, Mandhana had been in red-hot form, smashing 763 runs, including three consecutive T20I fifties (54, 62, 77) against West Indies. With 3,761 runs in 148 T20Is, she remains a pillar of RCB’s batting unit. Last season, she scored 300 runs in 10 matches, with the highest score of 80.
Shafali Verma
Shafali wasted no time in making an impact, blasting 43 off just 18 balls in DC’s opening game. Known for her fearless approach, Shafali remains one of the most explosive batters in the WPL. Across 19 WPL matches, she has piled up 604 runs at a jaw-dropping strike rate of 172.07, with the highest score of 84. Though she recently lost her place in India’s T20I squad, her record in international cricket speaks volumes, with 2,045 runs in 85 T20Is at a strike rate of 129.10.
All-rounders –
Annabel Sutherland
Annabel delivered an all-round performance in her first game, taking 3/34 in 3.1 overs and chipping in with 13 off 10 balls. While her WPL record is modest (68 runs and 7 wickets in 9 games), her recent exploits in red-ball and 50-over cricket make her a player to watch. In T20Is, she has 157 runs and 32 wickets in 42 matches, and her WBBL experience (99 matches, 1,332 runs, 89 wickets) makes her a valuable fantasy pick.
Georgia Wareham
Georgia had a tough start to WPL 2025, conceding 50 runs in 3 overs (1/50). However, she was one of RCB’s standout performers last season, scoring 111 runs at a strike rate of 163.23, while also taking 7 wickets. She was the leading wicket-taker in the Ashes T20I leg, bagging 6 wickets at an average of 9.50. With 69 wickets in 66 T20Is, she remains a key player.
Alice Capsey
Alice contributed with both bat and ball in DC’s opening match, returning figures of 1/25 (2 overs) and scoring 16 (18). In 38 T20Is for England, she has amassed 707 runs (best of 67*) and claimed 6 wickets (best of 2/4). Her WPL numbers are even more impressive, with 405 runs at a strike rate of 133.66 and 11 wickets in 18 matches.
Kanika Ahuja
Kanika had a dream return to WPL after missing last season due to injury. She impressed in RCB’s opening game by dismissing Dayalan Hemalatha and then smashing an unbeaten 30 off 13 balls, playing a pivotal role in a 93-run partnership off 37 balls with Richa Ghosh. In 8 WPL matches, she has 128 runs at a strike rate of 147.12, with the highest score of 46, along with 3 wickets.
Bowlers –
Shikha Pandey
Shikha, one of India’s most experienced pacers, was instrumental in DC’s win against Mumbai Indians, returning brilliant figures of 2/14 in 4 overs. With 43 wickets in 62 T20Is (best of 3/14) and 21 WPL wickets in 19 matches (best of 3/23), she remains a top fantasy pick.
Renuka Singh Thakur
Renuka, RCB’s pace spearhead, was their best bowler in the last match, finishing with 2/25 in 4 overs. Despite a quiet WPL 2024, she bounced back in India’s ODI series against West Indies, emerging as the leading wicket-taker with 10 wickets in 3 matches at an economy of 3.34. With 58 wickets in 54 T20Is (best of 5/15), she is a key weapon for RCB.
With Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru both coming off impressive wins, this clash promises to be a high-octane contest. The Kotambi Stadium pitch is expected to provide balanced conditions, slightly favoring spinners. With clear skies and temperatures ranging from 33°C in the day to 19°C at night, conditions will be ideal for cricket.
Whether it’s power-packed batters, game-changing all-rounders, or lethal bowlers, both teams boast a star-studded lineup. Expect fireworks as these two powerhouses battle it out in match 4 of WPL 2025.
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