WPL 2026 DC vs UP Highlights - Match 20 : Delhi Capitals Seal Eliminator Spot!
The WPL 2026 DC vs UP Highlights showcase a high-octane encounter at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara, where Delhi Capitals secured a vital 5-wicket victory over UP Warriorz. This win was momentous, as it officially confirmed Delhi’s WPL 2026 Eliminator qualification, effectively ending the campaigns for both the Warriorz and the defending champions, Mumbai Indians. In a game defined by bowling discipline and middle-order nerves, the Capitals proved why they remain one of the most consistent outfits in the league.
Match Summary
Delhi Capitals Women vs UP Warriorz Women – Match 20
Women’s Premier League 2026 • BCA Stadium, Vadodara
Delhi Capitals won the toss and elected to bowl on a BCA Stadium Vadodara pitch report that suggested early assistance for seamers. Their decision was vindicated immediately as Marizanne Kapp (3/30) led a clinical destruction of the UPW top order. Restricted to 122/8, the Warriorz lacked the firepower to post a par score. Delhi’s chase was largely controlled by a 73-run stand between Laura Wolvaardt (47) and Shafali Verma (29). However, a late collapse saw them lose 4 wickets for 17 runs, injecting late drama. Captain Jemimah Rodrigues eventually steered the ship home with an unbeaten 34, sealing the win with 8 balls to spare.
Playing XI
Mumbai Indians Women
Meg Lanning (c), Simran Shaikh, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Shipra Giri (wk), Deandra Dottin, Charli Knott, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud.
Delhi Capitals Women
Shafali Verma, Lizelle Lee (wk), Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry, Niki Prasad, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Nandni Sharma.
Innings Breakdown
First Innings: Kapp’s 3/30 Leaves UPW Reeling
The WPL 2026 DC vs UP Highlights began with a sensation as Chinelle Henry trapped UPW skipper Meg Lanning LBW for a golden duck on the very first ball. The Warriorz never truly recovered from the shock. Marizanne Kapp was the architect of the Powerplay carnage, using the swing in Vadodara to remove Charli Knott and later Deepti Sharma (24). Despite a late 23* from Shikha Pandey, UPW struggled against a disciplined DC attack. Marizanne Kapp 3/30 ensured the target remained within reach, as the Warriorz finished on a sub-par 122/8.
Second Innings: Jemimah Rodrigues Unbeaten 34 Seals the Deal
Delhi’s response in the WPL 2026 DC vs UP Highlights started with the early loss of Lizelle Lee, but Laura Wolvaardt 47 off 36 brought much-needed stability. Wolvaardt’s elegant strokeplay, combined with Shafali’s patience, put DC in the driver’s seat at 84/1. However, the introduction of Sophie Ecclestone and Deepti Sharma triggered a collapse that saw the Capitals slip to 101/5. With the game on the line, the Jemimah Rodrigues unbeaten 34 proved decisive. The skipper hit two back-to-back boundaries in the 19th over to douse the Warriorz’s hopes and secure a playoff berth.
Top Performers
Marizanne Kapp: The Powerplay Wrecker (3/30)
Marizanne Kapp was the standout performer, earning the Player of the Match award for her opening burst. Her ability to extract movement on the Vadodara deck dismantled the UPW top order, finishing with figures of 3/30. Kapp’s experience in high-stakes matches was evident as she also contributed a sharp review that dismissed the dangerous Deandra Dottin.
Laura Wolvaardt: The Steady Anchor (47 off 36)
In a chase that became unexpectedly tricky, Laura Wolvaardt’s 47 was the bedrock of the Delhi innings. Striking seven boundaries, she neutralized the UPW spinners during the middle overs. Her dismissal sparked the mini-collapse, highlighting just how crucial her role was in maintaining the required run rate throughout the first 13 overs.
Jemimah Rodrigues: The Calm Finisher (34 off 18)*
Captain Jemimah Rodrigues played a leadership knock when the team’s nerves were fraying. Coming in at a delicate juncture, she struck at a rate of 188.89, finding the gaps with precision. Her composure during the death overs ensured that Delhi didn’t succumb to the pressure of the occasion, marking her as one of the best finishers in the league.
The Road Ahead: What This Result Means
This victory secures Delhi Capitals’ 3rd-place finish in the league table with 4 wins from 8 matches. More importantly, it confirms their spot in the WPL 2026 Eliminator, where they will face the 2nd-placed Gujarat Giants on February 3rd. For Mumbai Indians, the result is heart-breaking, as the defending champions are now officially out of the tournament. The UP Warriorz finish their season at the bottom of the table, leaving Meg Lanning with plenty of questions regarding her team’s batting inconsistency. Delhi, meanwhile, will look to use this momentum to finally clinch the elusive trophy.
WPL 2026 Points Table
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