DEL-W vs BLR-W Match Preview: Can Delhi Stop the Bangalore Juggernaut?
The Women’s Premier League 2026 is reaching a thrilling stage as action shifts to the Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara. We are set for a blockbuster encounter where Delhi Women (DEL-W) take on the in-form Bangalore Women (BLR-W). Bangalore are currently unstoppable, riding high on five consecutive victories and looking like clear title contenders.
Delhi, meanwhile, have had a mixed campaign but come into this match with renewed confidence after a morale-boosting win over Mumbai. Historically, Delhi hold the edge in head-to-head clashes, but current form strongly favors Bangalore. This clash is perfectly set up for fantasy players targeting Mega Leagues.
Live Streaming & Broadcast Details
- Digital Live Streaming: JioHotstar (App & Website)
- TV Broadcast (India): Star Sports
- Match Start Time: 7:30 PM (Local Time)
Weather Report & Pitch Analysis
Venue: Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara
The weather in Vadodara on January 24 is expected to be ideal for cricket. Temperatures will be around 22°C at the start of the match and may drop to 17°C later in the evening. There is no rain forecast, ensuring uninterrupted play. Dew could play a role in the second innings, slightly favoring the chasing side.
Pitch Behavior
The Kotambi surface is fairly balanced but offers a slight edge to bowlers.
- Average score (last 5 matches): 144
- Pacers’ wickets: 30
- Spinners’ wickets: 29
Both bowling departments are equally effective here, making team balance crucial. A total of 160+ runs is considered highly competitive.
Team News & Injury Updates
DEL-W Update
Delhi finally found momentum in their previous match. Lizelle Lee continues to be their most consistent batter, while Shafali Verma’s return to form with both bat and ball is a massive boost. Nandani Sharma has emerged as a key wicket-taker, already claiming 10 wickets in the tournament.
BLR-W Update
Bangalore look like a well-oiled unit. Smriti Mandhana is leading from the front with the bat, while Nadine de Klerk has been their biggest match-winner, contributing in all departments. The bowling attack, led by Lauren Bell and Shreyanka Patil, has consistently applied pressure on opposition batters.
Key Fantasy Picks
Nadine de Klerk
The most valuable player of this fixture. With 93 runs and 10 wickets in the series, she averages 110.4 fantasy points per match, making her an elite captaincy option.
Lizelle Lee
Delhi’s batting backbone with 213 runs in the series. She averages 95.8 fantasy points and has a high boundary percentage, especially valuable if Delhi bat first.
Smriti Mandhana
The Bangalore skipper has scored 192 runs and looks in complete control at the top. A safe and consistent fantasy pick.
Nandani Sharma
Delhi’s surprise package. With 10 wickets and an average of 81.4 fantasy points, she is a budget pick who can create a big differential.
Shafali Verma
A classic high-risk, high-reward player. She has 149 runs and 3 wickets, offering dual fantasy value in the T20 format.
Lauren Bell
Deadly with the new ball and at the death. Her 9 wickets make her a crucial bowling pick for fantasy teams.
Captain & Vice-Captain Strategy
Small Leagues (Safe Options)
- Nadine de Klerk
- Lizelle Lee
- Smriti Mandhana
Grand Leagues (Differential Picks)
- Shafali Verma
- Sayali Satghare
- Nandani Sharma
Expert Strategy Tip
With the Kotambi pitch assisting both pace and spin, avoid loading your team with only batters. All-rounders like Nadine de Klerk and Shafali Verma are extremely valuable as they stay involved throughout the match. Given Bangalore’s strong bowling unit, including their death-over bowlers can bring crucial fantasy points in the final overs.
Women's Premier League 2026 DEL-W vs BLR-W players T20 past performance, current series performance, fantasy points and selection percentage.
Teams | Date | Venue | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUM-W vs DEL-W | 10 Jan - 07:30 PM | Navi Mumbai | DC Women |  MI-WMI Women |  DC | 195/4 (20.0) | 145/10 (19.0) | MI Women MI Women won by 50 runs |
| DEL-W vs GJ-W | 11 Jan - 07:30 PM | Navi Mumbai | DC Women |  GG-WGG Women | DC | 209/10 (20.0) | 205/5 (20.0) | GG Women GG Women won by 4 runs |
| DEL-W vs UP-W | 14 Jan - 07:30 PM | Navi Mumbai | DC Women |  UPWUPW Women | DC | 154/8 (20.0) | 158/3 (20.0) | DC Women DC Women won by 7 wickets (with 0 balls remaining) |
| DEL-W vs BLR-W | 17 Jan - 07:30 PM | Navi Mumbai | RCB Women | DCDC Women |  RCB-W | 166/10 (20.0) | 169/2 (18.2) | RCB Women RCB Women won by 8 wickets (with 10 balls remaining) |
| MUM-W vs DEL-W | 20 Jan - 07:30 PM | Vadodara | DC Women | MI-WMI Women | DC | 154/5 (20.0) | 155/3 (19.0) | DC Women DC Women won by 7 wickets (with 6 balls remaining) |
| DEL-W vs BLR-W | 24 Jan - 07:30 PM | Vadodara | DC Women | RCB-WRCB Women | DC | 109/10 (20.0) | 111/3 (15.4) | DC Women DC Women won by 7 wickets (with 26 balls remaining) |
| DEL-W vs GJ-W | 27 Jan - 07:30 PM | Vadodara | DC Women | GG-WGG Women | DC | 174/9 (20.0) | 171/8 (20.0) | GG Women GG Women won by 3 runs |
Teams | Date | Venue | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUM-W vs BLR-W | 09 Jan - 07:30 PM | Navi Mumbai | RCB Women | MI-WMI Women | RCB-W | 154/6 (20.0) | 157/7 (20.0) | RCB Women RCB Women won by 3 wickets (with 0 balls remaining) |
| BLR-W vs UP-W | 12 Jan - 07:30 PM | Navi Mumbai | RCB Women | UPWUPW Women | RCB-W | 143/5 (20.0) | 145/1 (12.1) | RCB Women RCB Women won by 9 wickets (with 47 balls remaining) |
| GJ-W vs BLR-W | 16 Jan - 07:30 PM | Navi Mumbai | GG Women | RCB-WRCB Women | GG-W | 182/7 (20.0) | 150/10 (18.5) | RCB Women RCB Women won by 32 runs |
| DEL-W vs BLR-W | 17 Jan - 07:30 PM | Navi Mumbai | RCB Women | DCDC Women | RCB-W | 166/10 (20.0) | 169/2 (18.2) | RCB Women RCB Women won by 8 wickets (with 10 balls remaining) |
| GJ-W vs BLR-W | 19 Jan - 07:30 PM | Vadodara | GG Women | RCB-WRCB Women | GG-W | 178/6 (20.0) | 117/8 (20.0) | RCB Women RCB Women won by 61 runs |
| DEL-W vs BLR-W | 24 Jan - 07:30 PM | Vadodara | DC Women | RCB-WRCB Women | DC | 109/10 (20.0) | 111/3 (15.4) | DC Women DC Women won by 7 wickets (with 26 balls remaining) |
| MUM-W vs BLR-W | 26 Jan - 07:30 PM | Vadodara | RCB Women | MI-WMI Women | RCB-W | 199/4 (20.0) | 184/9 (20.0) | MI Women MI Women won by 15 runs |
| BLR-W vs UP-W | 29 Jan - 07:30 PM | Vadodara | RCB Women | UPWUPW Women | RCB-W | 143/8 (20.0) | 147/2 (13.1) | RCB Women RCB Women won by 8 wickets (with 41 balls remaining) |
Teams | Date | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GJ-W vs BLR-W | 19 Jan - 07:30 PM | GG Women | RCB-WRCB Women | GG-W | 178/6 (20.0) | 117/8 (20.0) | RCB Women RCB Women won by 61 runs |
| MUM-W vs DEL-W | 20 Jan - 07:30 PM | DC Women | MI-WMI Women | DC | 154/5 (20.0) | 155/3 (19.0) | DC Women DC Women won by 7 wickets (with 6 balls remaining) |
| GJ-W vs UP-W | 22 Jan - 07:30 PM | UPW Women | GG-WGG Women | UPW | 153/8 (20.0) | 108/10 (17.3) | GG Women GG Women won by 45 runs |
| DEL-W vs BLR-W | 24 Jan - 07:30 PM | DC Women | RCB-WRCB Women | DC | 109/10 (20.0) | 111/3 (15.4) | DC Women DC Women won by 7 wickets (with 26 balls remaining) |
| MUM-W vs BLR-W | 26 Jan - 07:30 PM | RCB Women | MI-WMI Women | RCB-W | 199/4 (20.0) | 184/9 (20.0) | MI Women MI Women won by 15 runs |
| DEL-W vs GJ-W | 27 Jan - 07:30 PM | DC Women | GG-WGG Women | DC | 174/9 (20.0) | 171/8 (20.0) | GG Women GG Women won by 3 runs |
| BLR-W vs UP-W | 29 Jan - 07:30 PM | RCB Women | UPWUPW Women | RCB-W | 143/8 (20.0) | 147/2 (13.1) | RCB Women RCB Women won by 8 wickets (with 41 balls remaining) |
| MUM-W vs GJ-W | 30 Jan - 07:30 PM | GG Women | GG-WGG Women | MI-W | 167/4 (20.0) | 156/7 (20.0) | GG Women GG Women won by 11 runs |
