The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 is heating up as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC) prepare for a thrilling showdown in the 14th match of the season. The battle unfolds at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on March 01 at 7:30 PM IST. This encounter will mark the conclusion of the Bengaluru leg before the tournament shifts to Lucknow.
Defending champions RCB enter this match after a disappointing loss, having secured just two victories in their five outings—against Gujarat Giants (GG) and Delhi Capitals (DC). Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals have played five matches, registering three wins and a loss against both, RCB and UP Warriorz (UPW). With crucial points at stake, both teams will be desperate to make an impact in this much-anticipated clash. Let’s have a look at the fantasy playing 11.
Wicketkeeper:
Richa Ghosh
Ghosh has been a standout performer for RCB, contributing significantly with both the bat and gloves. The wicketkeeper-batter has amassed 120 runs in five matches, maintaining a blistering strike rate of 164.38. Her explosive knocks include 64*, 11*, 28, 8, and 9, showcasing her ability to accelerate when required. Given her aggressive approach, she remains a must-have pick in the fantasy XI.
Batters:
Smriti Mandhana
Mandhana, the elegant left-hander and India’s vice-captain, made a bold statement with a breathtaking 81 off 47 balls against Delhi Capitals after a sluggish start of 9 off 7. She followed it up with a quick 26 off 13 balls against Mumbai Indians but failed to make an impact in her next two outings, managing 6 and 10 runs against UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants. Despite her inconsistencies, she has aggregated 132 runs in five matches, making her a vital component of RCB’s batting lineup.
Shafali Verma
Verma, known for her fearless stroke play, announced herself in WPL 2025 with a whirlwind 43 off 18 balls against Mumbai Indians. However, she endured a setback with a golden duck against RCB. She regained form with impactful scores of 26 (16) and 24 (30) against UPW before smashing 44 against Gujarat Giants. With an impressive 698 runs from 23 WPL matches at a staggering strike rate of 164.23, she remains one of Delhi’s most destructive batters.
All-rounders:
Ellyse Perry
Perry, last season’s Orange Cap winner, has once again been a dominant force. She has delivered sensational knocks, scoring 57, 7, an unbeaten 81, and an even better 90* against UPW. Having already amassed 235 runs at an astonishing average of 78.33 and a strike rate of 156.66, she has also chipped in with one wicket. Now that she has resumed bowling, Perry becomes an even greater asset. Her WPL record—835 runs and 12 wickets, including the best of 6/15—cements her legacy in the tournament.
Annabel Sutherland
Sutherland has emerged as a key figure in Delhi Capitals’ setup. She started her WPL 2025 campaign with an all-round performance, scoring 13 off 10 and picking 3/34 with the ball. She followed it up with 19 off 13 and an economical spell of 0/18 against RCB. Against UP Warriorz, she delivered a match-winning performance with 2/26 and an unbeaten 41 off 35 balls, though she struggled in the return fixture, managing just 5 runs and conceding 30 runs without a wicket. She bounced back with an impressive 2/20 against Gujarat Giants, making her a valuable fantasy pick.
Jess Jonassen
Jonassen, despite a slow start (0/37 against RCB and 1/21 against UPW) made a strong comeback with a match-winning 4/31 in their second meeting—the best figures of her WPL career. With 212 runs and 26 wickets in 20 WPL matches, she has proven her all-round worth. She also played a crucial knock of 61* and claimed 1/24 against Gujarat Giants, further enhancing her credentials.
Marizanne Kapp
Kapp, a pivotal figure in Delhi Capitals’ lineup, has been consistently delivering with both bat and ball. The seasoned South African all-rounder has an international record of 1,622 runs and 88 wickets in 113 T20Is, while her WPL stats—315 runs and 25 wickets in 20 matches—highlight her effectiveness. This season, she has played key roles, scoring 29 off 17 and returning with 1/30 against UPW, followed by 2/18 and 2/17 in subsequent matches.
Georgia Wareham
Wareham had a challenging start, conceding 50 runs (1/50) in her opening spell, but she quickly made amends. She scalped a brilliant 3/25 against Delhi Capitals, another 3/21 against Mumbai Indians, and contributed 20* and 2/26 against GG. Across two WPL seasons, Wareham has amassed 174 runs at a strike rate of 127 and bagged 17 wickets, making her a strong fantasy choice.
Bowlers:
Renuka Singh Thakur
Thakur, spearheading RCB’s pace attack, has been in excellent rhythm. She made an impact with figures of 2/25 and 3/23 against Delhi Capitals, though wicketless against Mumbai Indians (0/35 in 4 overs), but made a stronger comeback by picking 2/36 against UPW and 2/24 against GG. With 9 wickets from five matches, Renuka’s ability to strike with the new ball makes her a crucial part of any fantasy team.
Kim Garth
Garth had a slow start, going wicketless in her first game (0/34 against GG), but soon found her groove. She delivered consistent performances, claiming 2/19, 2/30, and 2/40 in her next three matches. In her latest outing against GG, she scored 14 and registered 0/19. Having taken 17 WPL wickets and boasting an international tally of 764 runs and 49 wickets, she strengthens RCB’s bowling attack.
Shikha Pandey
Pandey has been a vital cog in Delhi Capitals’ bowling unit. She produced exceptional figures of 2/14 in four overs against Mumbai Indians and followed it up with a 1/27 performance against RCB. Her WPL numbers—22 wickets in 20 matches (best of 3/23), coupled with her T20I record of 43 wickets in 62 games (best of 3/14), underline her effectiveness in pressure situations.
As RCB and DC lock horns in this high-stakes battle, the match promises to be a thrilling contest between the two formidable sides. With key players in form and a packed Chinnaswamy Stadium set to provide an electrifying atmosphere for one last time, this season.
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