DC-W vs UP-W Fantasy Cricket Picks
Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W) face UP Warriorz Women (UP-W) in the crucial final league match of WPL 2026 at BCA Stadium (Kotambi Stadium), Vadodara, on February 1, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST, with DC-W needing a win to qualify for playoffs.
Match Preview
DC-W sit fourth with three wins from seven games and can leapfrog Mumbai Indians Women into the Eliminator with a victory, while UP-W, already eliminated with two wins, aim to end on a high and spoil DC-W’s chances. Head-to-head, UP-W lead 5-2 in seven T20 meetings. Pitch favors batting first (150-155 targeted), with toss likely to go to fielding; expect high-scoring potential.
Predicted Playing XI
Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W)
Shafali Verma, Lizelle Lee (wk), Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Chinelle Henry, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Nandani Sharma.
UP Warriorz Women (UP-W)
Meg Lanning (c), Deepti Sharma, Amy Jones (wk), Harleen Deol, Shweta Sehrawat, Chloe Tryon/Deandra Dottin, Simran Shaikh, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud.
Top Fantasy Picks
Must-picks for Grand Leagues and Small Leagues:
| Player | Team | Role | Why Pick? |
|——–|——|——|———–|
| Meg Lanning | UP-W | Batter/Captain | Tournament’s top run-scorer for UP-W (248 runs in 7 inns at SR 125.88, avg 35.42; two fifties); strong vs DC-W earlier this season despite Kapp record. |
| Nandani Sharma | DC-W | Bowler | DC-W’s leading wicket-taker (14 in 7 inns, econ 8.07); prime difference-maker. |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | DC-W | Batter/Captain | DC-W captain in must-win game; key middle-order stability. |
| Deepti Sharma | UP-W | All-rounder | Recent opener with Lanning (74-run stand); versatile contributor. |
| Marizanne Kapp | DC-W | All-rounder | Key matchup vs Lanning (7 dismissals in T20s); DC-W’s pace spearhead. |
| Harleen Deol | UP-W | Batter | In form (164 runs at SR 124); adds depth. |
| Sophie Ecclestone | UP-W | Bowler | Elite spinner; targets Wolvaardt in spotlight duel. |
Differential picks: Deandra Dottin (UP-W, if plays for middle-order firepower), Shweta Sehrawat (UP-W, patchy but high-upside).
Captain and Vice-Captain Choices
– Captain: Meg Lanning (high ownership, form kingpin).
– Vice-Captain: Nandani Sharma (wickets guarantee in death overs).
– Alt: Jemimah Rodrigues (c) for safe leadership points in playoffs push.
Suggested Fantasy Team (Balanced 11: 4-3-4 WK-BAT-AR-BOWL)
– WK: Lizelle Lee, Amy Jones
– BAT: Meg Lanning (C), Jemimah Rodrigues (VC), Shafali Verma, Harleen Deol
– AR: Deepti Sharma, Marizanne Kapp
– BOWL: Nandani Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Sneh Rana, Shikha Pandey
Adapt for credits; prioritize top picks for 10-11 teams.
Pitch Report
Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium pitch supports high totals (first innings 150-155), with powerplay 35-40 runs; toss winner bowls first in most WPL 2026 games here. DC-W excel in death overs (RR 11), UP-W stronger in middle (8.21 RR).
Match Prediction
Team batting first wins; DC-W favored (50-50 probability, stronger NRR/motivation). DC-W to qualify with victory.
FAQs
– Who wins the toss? Likely bowl first.
– Live streaming? JioStar Network and JioHotstar app/website.
– Playoff impact? DC-W win = Eliminator spot; loss eliminates them (MI qualifies).
Disclaimer: Fantasy picks are based on form, stats, and previews; actual outcomes vary due to conditions, injuries, or toss. Gamble responsibly; predictions not guaranteed.
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