The DC-W vs UP-W (WPL Season 3) match is set to be a thrilling encounter as Delhi Capitals Women take on UP Warriorz Women in Match No. 8 of the Women’s Premier League 2025. The game will be played on February 22, 2025, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
With Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W) showing strong form and UP Warriorz Women (UP-W) struggling to secure a win, this match is crucial for both teams. Here’s a detailed preview with Dream11 tips, pitch report, match time, and live streaming details.
Match Overview – DC-W vs UP-W (WPL Season 3)
- Match: Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W) vs UP Warriorz Women (UP-W)
- Date: Thursday, February 22, 2025
- Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Match Start Time:
- India: 7:30 PM IST
- Toss Timing: 7:00 PM IST
Pitch Report – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for its batting-friendly conditions. However, in WPL 2025, the pitch has shown a slight shift in behaviour, offering early bounce for pacers while slowing down later in the innings.
- Nature of Pitch: Flat surface with a quick outfield, ideal for stroke play.
- Pacers: Can extract bounce early, but need variations in death overs.
- Spinners: Might get assistance in middle overs as the pitch wears down.
- Dew Factor: Expected in the second innings, making chasing the preferred option.
Pitch Stats for T20s at Chinnaswamy Stadium
- Average 1st innings score: 170-180 runs
- Highest total in WPL 2024: 201/4 by RCB-W
- Win percentage:
- Teams batting first: 45%
- Teams chasing: 55% (slightly favoured due to dew)
Toss Prediction:
Captains might prefer to bowl first and chase under lights to take advantage of better batting conditions later in the game.
Squads for DC-W vs UP-W (WPL Season 3)
Delhi Capitals Women Squad:
Shafali Verma, Meg Lanning (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Annabel Sutherland, Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Sarah Bryce (wk), Jess Jonassen, Shikha Pandey, Arundhati Reddy, Minnu Mani, Radha Yadav, Alice Capsey, Taniya Bhatia, Titas Sadhu, Nallapureddy Charani, Nandini Kashyap, Sneha Deepthi
UP Warriorz Women Squad:
Kiran Navgire, Vrinda Dinesh, Deepti Sharma (c), Tahlia McGrath, Shweta Sehrawat, Grace Harris, Chinelle Henry, Sophie Ecclestone, Uma Chetry (wk), Kranti Goud, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Alana King, Saima Thakor, Chamari Athapaththu, Arushi Goel, Poonam Khemnar, Anjali Sarvani, Gouher Sultana
Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – DC-W vs UP-W (WPL Season 3)
To build a winning Dream11 team, prioritize batting-heavy players and all-rounders, with a few death-over bowlers for additional points.
Top Dream11 Picks
Wicketkeepers:
- Sarah Bryce (DC-W) – Solid behind the stumps and has a strike rate of 151.72 in WPL 2025.
Batters:
- Meg Lanning (DC-W) [VC] – A consistent run-getter, recently scoring 69 vs UP-W in WPL 2025.
- Shafali Verma (DC-W) – Explosive opener with a recent 43-run knock in the tournament.
- Kiran Navgire (UP-W) – Hit 51 off 27 balls against DC-W in their last encounter, showcasing her power-hitting skills.
All-Rounders:
- Annabel Sutherland (DC-W) [C] – Scored 73 runs and took 5 wickets in WPL 2025 so far, making her a prime captaincy choice.
- Deepti Sharma (UP-W) – The captain of UP-W, known for her all-round contributions. Scored 39 runs in a recent game.
- Marizanne Kapp (DC-W) – A strong contributor with both bat and ball, ideal for Dream11.
- Tahlia McGrath (UP-W) – Struggling this season but capable of turning the game around.
Bowlers:
- Sophie Ecclestone (UP-W) – Key bowler, already taking 3 wickets in 2 matches.
- Shikha Pandey (DC-W) – Can swing the ball early and pick up key wickets.
- Rajeshwari Gayakwad (UP-W) – Effective in middle overs with her spin.
Suggested Dream11 Team – DC-W vs UP-W
Wicketkeeper: Sarah Bryce
Batters: Meg Lanning (VC), Shafali Verma, Kiran Navgire
All-Rounders: Annabel Sutherland (C), Deepti Sharma, Marizanne Kapp
Bowlers: Sophie Ecclestone, Shikha Pandey, Jess Jonassen, Rajeshwari Gayakwad
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:
- Captain: Annabel Sutherland (due to her all-round abilities)
- Vice-Captain: Meg Lanning (consistent run-scorer)
Fantasy Strategy:
- Choose a balanced team (1 WK, 3 Batters, 4 All-Rounders, 3 Bowlers) to adapt to Chinnaswamy’s pitch.
- Consider spinners like Ecclestone and Jonassen, as the pitch slows down.
- Death-over bowlers like Shikha Pandey can pick up bonus wickets.
Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
Current Form:
- DC-W: Won 2 out of 3 matches in WPL 2025, showing a balanced squad.
- UP-W: Yet to secure a win, struggling with consistency despite individual brilliance.
Head-to-Head Record (WPL):
- DC-W leads 3-1 in 4 matches against UP-W.
Prediction:
Delhi Capitals Women are favourites to win this match, given their superior form and squad balance. However, UP Warriorz can pull off an upset if Navgire, Ecclestone, and Sharma step up collectively.
Live Streaming & Telecast Details – Where to Watch DC-W vs UP-W (WPL Season 3)
India:
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network (Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD)
- Online Streaming: JioHotstar App & Website (free for all users in India)
Other Regions:
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket
- Australia: Fox Sports & Kayo Sports
- USA: Willow TV
Closing Remarks – An Exciting WPL Clash Awaits!
The DC-W vs UP-W (WPL Season 3) 22 Feb 2025 match promises to be a thriller at Chinnaswamy Stadium. With Delhi Capitals Women in fine form and UP Warriorz Women desperate for their first win, expect a competitive battle.
Who will come out on top? Tune in at 7:30 PM IST to find out!