The stage is set for an electrifying finale in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 as Delhi Capitals face off against Mumbai Indians at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai on March 15. Both teams have shown incredible form throughout the tournament, making this a highly anticipated showdown. Delhi Capitals topped the points table, securing a direct spot in the final for the third consecutive year. They have been consistent, with a strong top order and a balanced bowling attack. Key players like Meg Lanning, Shafali Verma, and Jemimah Rodrigues form a formidable batting lineup, while Marizanne Kapp and Jess Jonassen lead the bowling department, supported by Shikha Pandey and Radha Yadav.
Mumbai Indians, on the other hand, qualified for the final by defeating Gujarat Giants by 47 runs in the eliminator match. They have shown resilience and depth in their squad. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, the team boasts crucial all-rounders in Nat Sciver-Brunt and Hayley Matthews, with Amelia Kerr providing significant support with her bowling. The Brabourne Stadium pitch is expected to favour batters, with spinners becoming more effective in the middle overs. Historically, Delhi Capitals have dominated Mumbai Indians in their league encounters this season, winning both matches. However, Mumbai Indians’ ability to rise to the occasion makes this a closely contested final.
Match Details: WPL 2025 Final
- Date and Time: March 15– 07:30 pm IST/ 02:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai
Brabourne Stadium Pitch Report
The Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai, where the WPL 2025 final between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians will be held, is known for its batting-friendly conditions. The pitch typically offers a flat surface with even bounce, which allows batters to play their shots freely. The ball comes onto the bat nicely, making it easier for batters to score runs quickly. However, as the match progresses, the pitch might start to assist spinners, especially in the middle overs. The slow turn and grip available could make it challenging for batters to accelerate in the latter stages of the innings.
Given these conditions, teams might opt to bat first to take advantage of the fresh pitch and set a competitive total. The powerplay overs will be crucial, as both teams will look to capitalize on the field restrictions and build a strong foundation. The dew factor might come into play later in the evening, potentially affecting the bowlers’ grip on the ball. This could lead to a high-scoring contest, with both teams relying on their batting depth and strategic bowling changes to outmaneuver each other.
DEL-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Sarah Bryce, Yastika Bhatia
- Batters: Meg Lanning, Harmanpreet Kaur, Shafali Verma
- All-rounders: Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Marizanne Kapp, Annabel Sutherland
- Bowlers: Shabnim Ismail, Shikha Pandey
DEL-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Annabel Sutherland (vc)
- Choice 2: Hayley Matthews (c), Shafali Verma (vc)
DEL-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Amelia Kerr, Chloe Tryon, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy
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DEL-W vs MUM-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (March 15, 02:00 pm GMT):
Squads:
Delhi Capitals: Shafali Verma, Meg Lanning (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Annabel Sutherland, Marizanne Kapp, Jess Jonassen, Sarah Bryce (wk), Shikha Pandey, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Minnu Mani, Niki Prasad, Alice Capsey, Taniya Bhatia, Titas Sadhu, Nallapureddy Charani, Nandini Kashyap, Sneha Deepthi
Mumbai Indians: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Keerthana Balakrishnan, Hayley Matthews, Sajeevan Sajana, Nadine de Klerk, Sanskriti Gupta, Amanjot Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Chloe Tryon, Akshita Maheshwari, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amandeep Kaur, G Kamalini, Yastika Bhatia, Jintimani Kalita, Saika Ishaque, Shabnim Ismail, and Parunika Sisodia.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
