Delhi Capitals Women registered a crucial win over UP Warriorz in Match 20 of the Women’s Premier League 2026. The victory confirmed Delhi’s playoff spot and knocked out defending champions Mumbai Indians Women.
Match Played in Vadodara
The match took place at the Kotambi Stadium on February 1. UP Warriorz batted first but struggled throughout their innings.
UP Warriorz Post Low Total
UP Warriorz managed only 122 runs after failing to build strong partnerships. The total proved insufficient on a surface that offered decent support to batters.
Delhi Complete Comfortable Chase
Delhi Capitals chased the target in 18.4 overs and won by five wickets. The result pushed them to eight points and third place on the points table, sealing qualification for the playoffs.
Mumbai Indians Eliminated
For Mumbai Indians Women, the outcome was a major setback. They finished the league stage with six points in fourth position, missing the playoffs for the first time in WPL history.
Key Contributions With the Bat for UP
Batting first, Deepti Sharma scored 24 off 19 balls. Simran Shaikh added 22, while Shikha Pandey remained not out on 23.
Delhi Bowlers Dominate
Marizanne Kapp led the bowling attack with three wickets. Shree Charani and Chinelle Henry took two wickets each, while Minnu Mani picked up one.
Wolvaardt and Jemimah Steer the Chase
In the chase, Lizelle Lee scored 10 and Shafali Verma made 29. Laura Wolvaardt anchored the innings with 47 off 36 balls.
Calm Finish Seals Playoff Spot
Jemimah Rodrigues supported Wolvaardt and remained unbeaten on 34 from 18 balls. Delhi reached the target comfortably and ended Mumbai Indians’ title defence.
