Today, January 14, 2026, the UP Warriorz (UPW) face off against the Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 7 of WPL 2026 at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai.
Both teams are winless after two games, making this a "must-win" encounter. The pitch is a high-scoring one with an average first-innings score of 180+, favoring big hitters but offering some assistance to pacers early on.
Team 1: The "Elite Form" (Best for Small Leagues)
This team focuses on the most consistent performers so far, featuring DC's powerful opening duo and UPW's anchor.
- WK: Lizelle Lee
- BAT: Laura Wolvaardt (C), Meg Lanning, Phoebe Litchfield (VC), Jemimah Rodrigues
- ALL: Marizanne Kapp, Deepti Sharma, Deandra Dottin
- BOWL: Sophie Ecclestone, Nandani Sharma, Shikha Pandey
Team 2: Delhi Dominance (Batting Heavy)
If DC bats first, their top order can be lethal on this flat track.
- WK: Lizelle Lee
- BAT: Laura Wolvaardt (C), Shafali Verma (VC), Phoebe Litchfield, Jemimah Rodrigues
- ALL: Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry
- BOWL: Nandani Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Minnu Mani, Sneh Rana
Team 3: The Warriorz' Fightback (All-Rounder Focus)
Designed for a scenario where UPW’s experienced all-rounders control the game.
- WK: Shipra Giri
- BAT: Meg Lanning (C), Phoebe Litchfield, Laura Wolvaardt
- ALL: Deepti Sharma (VC), Deandra Dottin, Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry
- BOWL: Sophie Ecclestone, Shikha Pandey, Nandani Sharma
Team 4: Grand League (The "Lanning Revenge" Pick)
Focuses on Meg Lanning performing against her former team and high-risk/high-reward players.
- WK: Lizelle Lee
- BAT: Meg Lanning (C), Phoebe Litchfield, Kiran Navgire
- ALL: Marizanne Kapp (VC), Deandra Dottin, Niki Prasad, Deeya Yadav
- BOWL: Sophie Ecclestone, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud
Team 5: Bowlers' Budget (Differential)
If the dew doesn't arrive and the spinners/death bowlers take charge.
- WK: Lizelle Lee
- BAT: Meg Lanning, Laura Wolvaardt, Phoebe Litchfield
- ALL: Deepti Sharma, Marizanne Kapp
- BOWL: Nandani Sharma (C), Sophie Ecclestone (VC), Shikha Pandey, Alana King (if playing), Asha Sobhana
Top 4 Players to Watch
- Nandani Sharma (DC): The breakout star with 7 wickets already, including a hat-trick. Essential for any team.
- Phoebe Litchfield (UPW): In blistering form, striking at nearly 200 this season.
- Laura Wolvaardt (DC): A run machine on flat tracks; her technique suits the DY Patil bounce perfectly.
- Meg Lanning (UPW): Playing against her former side for the first time; she knows the DC bowlers' weaknesses inside out.
Match Details
- Venue: Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
- Toss: 7:00 PM IST | Match Start: 7:30 PM IST
- Where to watch: Star Sports Network & JioHotstar
