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Gujarat Giants Women (GGW) and Delhi Capitals Women (DCW) clash in a high-stakes WPL 2025 Match 17, with both teams eyeing crucial points. Gujarat, fresh from a dominant 81-run victory over UP, sits second in the standings, while Delhi has already secured a playoff spot with five wins in seven games. The Capitals aim to cement their top position for a direct final berth, while Gujarat seeks to solidify their playoff chances. With both teams in strong form, this match promises fireworks at the Ekana Cricket Stadium.
Match Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Series | Match 17, Women’s Premier League 2025 |
| Venue | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Date & Time | 7th March 2025, 7:30 PM IST |
| Weather | Clear skies, no rain expected |
| Pitch Condition | Balanced (swing for pacers, grip for spinners) |
Team Previews
Gujarat Giants Women
Gujarat Giants have surged into contention with back-to-back wins, including a commanding 186-5 total against UP. Their batting lineup is firing: Ashleigh Gardner (213 runs at 165 SR) leads from the front, while Beth Mooney (180 runs at 132.35 SR) and Harleen Deol (130 runs) provide stability. The lower order, anchored by Kashvee Gautam (9 wickets) and Tanuja Kanwar (7 wickets), has been equally impactful. Gautam’s miserly economy (5.30) and swing bowling could exploit Delhi’s vulnerabilities.
Gujarat’s strength lies in their all-round depth. Deandra Dottin (7 wickets) and Shabnim Ismail add firepower, while Sarah Bryce ’s wicketkeeping ensures agility. However, their middle order must fire consistently to challenge Delhi’s star-studded lineup.
Key Players :
- Ashleigh Gardner : Aggressive leadership and explosive batting.
- Kashvee Gautam : Leading wicket-taker and death-over specialist.
- Beth Mooney : Anchor with a knack for quick starts.
Delhi Capitals Women
Delhi Capitals, already in the playoffs, are relentless. Their 9-wicket demolition of Bengaluru showcased their dominance: Shafali Verma (260 runs at 160 SR) and Jess Jonassen (61* off 38) decimated the chase. Meg Lanning (171 runs) adds experience, while the bowling trio of Jonassen (9 wickets), Shikha Pandey (9 wickets), and Marizanne Kapp (7 wickets) ensures variety.
Delhi’s strategy revolves around early aggression. Verma’s powerplay blitzkrieg and Jonassen’s all-round prowess make them unpredictable. However, their middle order—reliant on Phoebe Litchfield and Dayalan Hemalatha —must step up if the top order fails.
Key Players :
- Shafali Verma : Explosive opener with red-hot form.
- Jess Jonassen : Spin-bowling all-rounder with clutch performances.
- Shikha Pandey : Swing specialist and wicket-taking threat.
Favorite Team to Win
| Team | Reasons |
|---|---|
| DCW | Stronger batting depth, experienced spin-bowling attack, and playoff momentum. |
Why DCW?
Delhi’s consistency and all-round strength make them favorites. Verma and Jonassen’s form, coupled with Lanning’s leadership, gives them an edge. Gujarat’s reliance on Gardner and Gautam could be exploited if Delhi’s bowlers strike early. Delhi’s playoff experience and balanced attack tilt the odds in their favor.
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Shafali Verma | Opener | DCW |
| Beth Mooney | Opener/WK | GGW |
| Meg Lanning | Middle-order Batter | DCW |
| Ashleigh Gardner | All-rounder | GGW |
| Jess Jonassen | All-rounder | DCW |
| Harleen Deol | Middle-order Batter | GGW |
| Shikha Pandey | Bowler | DCW |
| Kashvee Gautam | Bowler | GGW |
| Marizanne Kapp | All-rounder | DCW |
| Tanuja Kanwar | Bowler | GGW |
| Sarah Bryce | Wicket-keeper | GGW |
Explanation :
This XI combines DCW’s explosive batting (Verma, Lanning) with Gujarat’s all-rounders (Gardner, Gautam). Jonassen and Pandey add spin-bowling depth, while Mooney and Bryce handle wicketkeeping duties.
Captain & Vice-Captain :
- Shafali Verma (in-form opener).
- Jess Jonassen (all-round impact).
Players to Avoid :
- Phoebe Litchfield (inconsistent middle-order role).
- Nallapureddy Charani (underwhelming recent performances).
Probable Playing XIs
GGW :
| Beth Mooney (wk) | Dayalan Hemalatha | Harleen Deol | Ashleigh Gardner (c) | Phoebe Litchfield | Deandra Dottin | Kashvee Gautam | Bharti Fulmali | Meghna Singh | Tanuja Kanwar | Priya Mishra |
DCW :
| Shafali Verma | Meg Lanning (c) | Jemimah Rodrigues | Annabel Sutherland | Marizanne Kapp | Jess Jonassen | Sarah Bryce (wk) | Niki Prasad | Shikha Pandey | Minnu Mani | Nallapureddy Charani |
Pitch Report & Toss Prediction
The Ekana pitch offers early swing for pacers and turn for spinners as the game progresses. Toss Prediction : Both teams may prefer batting first to exploit early conditions, mirroring Gujarat’s previous win here.
Winner Prediction
Delhi Capitals Women to edge Gujarat Giants Women, leveraging their momentum and all-round depth.
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