The race for the WPL 2026 playoffs intensifies as the Gujarat Giants Women lock horns with the Delhi Capitals Women in a pivotal Match 17 at the BCA Stadium, Vadodara. Both teams are level with three wins from six games, separated only by net run rate. The Giants won the last encounter by a narrow 4-run margin, adding an extra edge. With Delhi on a two-match winning streak and Gujarat coming off a victory themselves, this is a high-stakes battle for a crucial top-four spot.
Delhi Capitals Women vs Gujarat Giants Women Win Probability
DCW vs GGW Batting Tips
Delhi Capitals Women vs Gujarat Giants Women, 17th Match Details
| Match | Women’s Premier League 2026, Match 17 |
| Date | Monday, 27 January 2026 |
| Time | 07:30 PM |
| Venue | BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara |
| Live Streaming (TV) | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | JioHotstar |
DCW vs GGW Match Prediction & Analysis (Who Will Win?)
This is a true 50-50 contest between two evenly matched sides. The Delhi Capitals Women are given a slight edge due to their current momentum and key player form. Delhi is riding a two-match winning streak, which often brings confidence and rhythm. Furthermore, their leading run-scorer Lizelle Lee (219 runs) and leading wicket-taker Nandani Sharma (13 wickets) are in exceptional form. While the Gujarat Giants won the previous encounter and have match-winners like Ashleigh Gardner, Delhi’s recent winning habit and the individual brilliance of their in-form stars might just tip the scales in a closely fought match. Prediction: Delhi Capitals Women to win a nail-biter.
DCW vs GGW Head to Head (WPL)
| Total Matches | 07 |
| GGW Won | 03 |
| DCW Won | 04 |
| Draw/No Result | 00 |
DCW vs GGW Teams Preview (Top Players to Watch)
Gujarat Giants Women
The Giants have had a decent campaign, showcasing their ability to win close games. Their strength lies in a powerful top order and the all-round capabilities of captain Ashleigh Gardner. To secure a vital win, they need their bowlers to contain Delhi’s in-form batting, particularly Lizelle Lee, and their top order to fire collectively.
GGW Probable Playing XI-
Beth Mooney (WK), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Kanika Ahuja, Ashleigh Gardner (C), Kashvee Gautam, Bharti Fulmali, Renuka Singh Thakur, Happy Kumari, Rajeshwari Gayakwad.
Top Player to Watch- Ashleigh Gardner & Sophie Devine.
Delhi Capitals Women
The Capitals have found winning momentum at the right time. Their campaign is powered by the brilliant form of opener Lizelle Lee and the wicket-taking prowess of pacer Nandani Sharma. They are a well-rounded unit that handles pressure well and will aim to avenge their narrow loss from earlier in the season.
DCW Probable Playing XI-
Shafali Verma, Lizelle Lee (WK), Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues (C), Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Chinelle Henry, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Nandni Sharma.
Top Player to Watch- Lizelle Lee & Niki Prasad.
DCW vs GGW Weather & Pitch Report
The pitch at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara is batting-friendly, allowing batters to score freely. The new ball offers some assistance to bowlers in the powerplay. The defining factor is the strong possibility of dew in the second innings, making bowling extremely difficult and giving a massive advantage to the team chasing.
Conditions in Vadodara are expected to be typical for an evening game, with dew likely to play a significant role as the match progresses.
GGW vs DC-W Toss Prediction
Given the overwhelming disadvantage of bowling second due to heavy dew at this venue, the captain winning the toss will undoubtedly choose to bowl first.
DCW vs GGW Dream11 Team
- Wicket-keeper- Beth Mooney, Lizelle Lee
- Batters- Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, Sophie Devine
- All-rounders- Ashleigh Gardner, Marizanne Kapp, Jemimah Rodrigues
- Bowlers- Nandani Sharma, Renuka Singh Thakur, Rajeshwari Gayakwad
Pro Tip- Dream11 currently offers users from outside India the ability to create teams for free. With heavy dew expected, prioritize top-order batters from the team that will chase. Bowlers who operate in the powerplay (before the dew sets in) are also crucial picks. Always finalize your Dream11 team after the official playing XIs are announced, typically 30 minutes before the match starts (around 07:00 PM IST).
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