The Women’s Premier League 2026 is gathering momentum as Gujarat Giants Women (GG-W) take on the in-form Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W) at the Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara. With the points table getting tighter, every match has become crucial in the playoff race. Gujarat are relying heavily on the red-hot form of Sophie Devine, while Delhi’s explosive batting unit, led by Lizelle Lee and Shafali Verma, has been ruthless while chasing. Expect a high-intensity clash with major fantasy implications.
📌 Match Details
- Match: Gujarat Giants Women vs Delhi Capitals Women (WPL 2026)
- Date: 26 January 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara
📺 Live Streaming & Broadcast Details
- TV Broadcast (India): Star Sports Network
- Digital Live Streaming: JioHotstar App & Website
☁️ Weather Report
- Conditions: Clear and pleasant
- Temperature: 22°C – 25°C
- Rain: No interruption expected
- Dew Factor: Likely in second innings, assisting chasing teams
🏟️ Pitch Report & Venue Stats
Kotambi Stadium has produced competitive games this season.
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Average Score (Last 5 Matches): 141 runs
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Batting vs Bowling Trend:
- Pacers: 33 wickets
- Spinners: 25 wickets
🔎 The new ball offers movement early on, but once batters settle, scoring becomes easier. Pacers enjoy slightly more assistance than spinners.
📊 Team Form & Head-to-Head
- Gujarat Giants (GG-W) Form: W–L–L–L–W (Inconsistent)
- Delhi Capitals (DC-W) Form: W–L–W–W–L (Better momentum)
- Recent Trend: Delhi have chased targets comfortably at this venue
🚑 Injury Updates & Player Availability
- Gujarat Giants: No major injury concerns reported
- Delhi Capitals: Full squad available; no confirmed injuries
(Final Playing XI to be confirmed after the toss)
🧩 Probable Playing XI (One-Line Format)
Gujarat Giants (GG-W): Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine, Danni Wyatt, Ashleigh Gardner, Bharti Fulmali, Anushka Sharma, Kanika Ahuja, Georgia Wareham, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwar, Rajeshwari Gayakwad
Delhi Capitals (DC-W): Shafali Verma, Lizelle Lee, Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues, Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry, Niki Prasad, Sneh Rana, Lucy Hamilton, Nandani Sharma, Shree Charani
⭐ Key Players to Watch
- Sophie Devine (GG-W): 199 runs + 11 wickets, tournament MVP so far
- Ashleigh Gardner (GG-W): 196 runs + 4 wickets, key middle-order all-rounder
- Lizelle Lee (DC-W): 219 runs, powerplay destroyer
- Marizanne Kapp (DC-W): 6 wickets + handy runs, new-ball specialist
- Nandani Sharma (DC-W): 13 wickets, surprise package & top differential
🎯 Fantasy Picks (Optional)
✅ Small League Top Picks
- Sophie Devine
- Marizanne Kapp
- Ashleigh Gardner
🚀 Mega League Differential Picks
- Nandani Sharma
- Lizelle Lee
- Georgia Wareham
🔮 Match Prediction / Outlook
Based on recent form and chasing strength, Delhi Capitals Women start as slight favorites. However, Gujarat’s bowling unit and Sophie Devine’s all-round brilliance make this a tightly balanced contest. Expect a low-to-mid scoring thriller where all-rounders decide the outcome.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This preview and fantasy analysis is based on recent form, pitch conditions, and available information. Always check the final playing XI, toss result, and last-minute updates before locking your fantasy teams.