The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 has reached its business end, and the high-stakes Eliminator between the Delhi Capitals (DC) and Gujarat Giants (GG) is currently underway at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. Laser247 Club With a spot in the Grand Final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on the line, both teams are leaving nothing to chance.
Match Overview: The Battle for the Final
Delhi Capitals, the "perennial finalists" who have reached the title clash in every season so far, are looking for their fourth consecutive final appearance. On the other hand, a resurgent Gujarat Giants side, led by Ashleigh Gardner, is aiming to reach their first-ever WPL final after a stellar league phase where they finished second on the table.
Toss Update
Jemimah Rodrigues won the toss for Delhi Capitals and elected to bowl first. Rodrigues cited the "fresh surface" and the potential "dew factor" under lights as the primary reasons for chasing. Gujarat's skipper Ashleigh Gardner noted that they were happy to bat first, aiming to set a high target and pressure the DC lineup.
Live Score Summary (In-Progress)
Current Status: Gujarat Giants Innings
Score: 38/3 (Powerplay)
Top Batsmen: Beth Mooney (15*), Sophie Devine (6 - Out)
Top Bowlers: Nandni Sharma (2 wickets), Chinelle Henry (1 wicket)
Early Highlights: Nandni Sharma Strikes
The game started with a bang for Delhi Capitals. Young Indian sensation Nandni Sharma continued her dream run this season by picking up two quick wickets in the powerplay, including the big scalp of Ashleigh Gardner for a duck. Earlier, Chinelle Henry dismissed the dangerous Sophie Devine (6) to put the Giants on the back foot early on.
Key Players to Watch
Sophie Devine (GG): Despite her early exit with the bat, she remains the tournament's leading wicket-taker (17 wickets) and will be crucial during the defense.
Laura Wolvaardt (DC): The backbone of Delhi's batting, she will be the key if the Capitals have to chase down a tricky total.
Nandni Sharma (DC): Already making an impact in the Eliminator, her death bowling and ability to break partnerships have been DC's secret weapon in 2026.
Head-to-Head Context
The rivalry is perfectly balanced at 4-4 across all seasons. However, in WPL 2026, the Gujarat Giants have won both group-stage encounters against Delhi. DC will need to overcome this psychological hurdle to keep their "Finals Streak" alive.
What’s at Stake?
The winner of tonight's clash will travel to the final on February 5, 2026, to face the table-toppers and defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
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