The much-awaited GG-W vs DC-W (WPL Season 3) match no. 17 is set to take place on March 7, 2025, at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. With Gujarat Giants Women (GG-W) aiming to secure a playoff spot and Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W) already leading the points table, this promises to be a thrilling clash.
Get Dream11 fantasy tips, pitch insights, match time, and live streaming details for this exciting encounter.
🏏 Match Overview
- Teams: Gujarat Giants Women (GG-W) vs Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W)
- Date: March 7, 2025
- Match Number: 17th Match, WPL Season 3 (2025)
- Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- Context: DC-W are already in the playoffs, while GG-W need a win to strengthen their qualification chances.
🏟️ Pitch Report – Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
The Ekana Cricket Stadium is known for its slow and bowler-friendly surface, favouring spinners and medium-pacers with variations.
✔️ Pitch Nature: Offers low bounce and turn, making it tough for batters to play aggressive strokes.
✔️ Average First Innings Score: Around 140-150 in WPL matches so far.
✔️ Best Strategy: Teams winning the toss prefer batting first as the pitch slows down in the second innings. However, dew might help the chasing team.
✔️ Bowling Advantage: Spinners dominate in middle overs due to grip and turn. Medium pacers using cutters and slower balls will also be effective.
💡 Dream11 Tip: Prioritize spinners and all-rounders in your team.
Squads for Both Teams
Gujarat Giants Women (GG-W) Squad
Beth Mooney(wk), Dayalan Hemalatha, Harleen Deol, Ashleigh Gardner(c), Deandra Dottin, Phoebe Litchfield, Bharti Fulmali, Kashvee Gautam, Meghna Singh, Tanuja Kanwar, Priya Mishra, Sayali Satghare, Prakashika Naik, Shabnam Md Shakil, Mannat Kashyap, Simran Shaikh, Danielle Gibson, Laura Wolvaardt
Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W) Squad
Meg Lanning (c), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Annabel Sutherland, Alice Capsey, Niki Prasad, Sarah Bryce (wk), Shikha Pandey, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Minnu Mani, Titas Sadhu, Sneha Deepthi, Nandini Kashyap, Nallapureddy Charani, Taniya Bhatia, Jess Jonassen, Marizanne Kapp
🏆 Dream11 Tips & Player Recommendations
📌 Key Players to Pick
Wicketkeepers:
✅ Beth Mooney (GG-W) – A top-choice wicketkeeper-batter. She’s in form, scoring 96 in a match earlier this season*.
✅ Sarah Bryce (DC-W) – A backup option if she bats higher in the order.
Batters:
✅ Meg Lanning (DC-W) – Consistent run-getter, a strong captaincy option.
✅ Shafali Verma (DC-W) – Explosive opener, risky but rewarding pick.
✅ Harleen Deol (GG-W) – Can anchor the innings for GG-W.
All-Rounders (Must-Pick Players):
✅ Ashleigh Gardner (GG-W) – Captain, all-round powerhouse with 202 runs & 6 wickets in the last 5 games. Ideal Captain choice.
✅ Marizanne Kapp (DC-W) – A match-winner with both bat and ball. Tight economy bowling & powerful finishing ability.
✅ Jess Jonassen (DC-W) – Can contribute with both left-arm spin & handy lower-order batting.
✅ Annabel Sutherland (DC-W) – Has provided key all-round performances this season.
Bowlers:
✅ Priya Mishra (GG-W) – A quality spinner who thrives on turning tracks.
✅ Shikha Pandey (DC-W) – A reliable swing bowler who can strike early.
✅ Kashvee Gautam (GG-W) – A young gun who has impressed with her variations.
✅ Tanuja Kanwar (GG-W) – Left-arm spin could be crucial on this surface.
📋 Suggested Dream11 Team
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeeper | Beth Mooney (VC) |
| Batters | Meg Lanning (C), Shafali Verma, Harleen Deol |
| All-Rounders | Ashleigh Gardner, Marizanne Kapp, Jess Jonassen, Annabel Sutherland |
| Bowlers | Shikha Pandey, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwar |
📌 Captain Choice: Meg Lanning (Safe Pick)
📌 Vice-Captain Choice: Beth Mooney (Consistency) or Ashleigh Gardner (All-Round Impact)
💡 Strategy: Pick all-rounders who can bat and bowl to maximize points.
🕰️ Match Time & Broadcast Details
📅 Date: March 7, 2025
🕖 Match Time: 7:30 PM IST
🎤 Toss: 7:00 PM IST
📺 Where to Watch GG-W vs DC-W Live?
📡 TV Broadcast (India):
✅ Star Sports Network (Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports Hindi)
📲 Online Streaming (India):
✅ JioHotstar App & Website (Free for Jio users)
🌎 Global Streaming Options:
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket
- Australia: Fox Sports, Kayo Sports
- USA & Canada: Willow TV
- South Africa: SuperSport
📌 Language Options: Available in English, Hindi, and regional languages.
📊 Additional Insights
🔹 Head-to-Head Stats:
📌 DC-W lead GG-W 4-1 in previous WPL encounters, giving them a strong psychological edge.
🔹 Weather Forecast – Lucknow
☀️ Weather: Clear skies, 26-30°C temperature, and low humidity.
🌫️ Dew Factor: Could favour the chasing team.
🔹 Team Form Guide:
✔️ Gujarat Giants (GG-W): Won last 2 matches, gaining momentum.
✔️ Delhi Capitals (DC-W): Top of the table, qualified for playoffs, looking to maintain dominance.
📢 Final Match Prediction
💡 DC-W are favourites based on current form and squad strength, but GG-W’s spinners could exploit the slow pitch if they bowl first. Expect a tight contest, with scores around 140-150 being competitive.
🏏 Who will win? Will DC-W extend their lead, or will GG-W pull off an upset? Share your predictions below!