Delhi Capitals square off against UP Warriorz in a key WPL 2026 fixture on Wednesday evening at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy. With the first ball set to be bowled at 7:30 PM IST, the match carries added significance as neither team has found momentum so far.

Delhi Capitals and UP Warriorz arrive at this fixture carrying identical concerns. The bowlers have failed to apply sustained pressure, and the batting line-ups are yet to click as a unit.. Having slipped twice already, a third straight defeat would leave little room for recovery, ensuring maximum urgency from both camps.

UPW-W vs DC-W: Match details

Pitch report

The pitch has shown little assistance for bowlers so far, with batters enjoying favourable conditions. Consistent bounce and quick outfields have resulted in big scores. Dew later in the game should further ease run-chases, making bowling first an attractive call at the toss.

UPW-W vs DC-W WPL head-to-head record

The head-to-head tilts in favour of Delhi Capitals Women, who have claimed four wins from six meetings, while UP Warriorz Women have managed just two victories.

UPW-W vs DC-W probable top performers

Watch out for key batter: Phoebe Litchfield (UPW-W)

Phoebe Litchfield has been UP Warriorz Women’s standout batter in the early phase of the tournament. She has piled up 98 runs across recent outings at a blistering strike rate of 192.15, showcasing fearless intent at the top. With 11 boundaries and six maximums to her name, the left-hander has consistently put bowlers under pressure and carries an impressive average of 49.00, making her a key threat in this contest.

Watch out for key bowler:Nandani Sharma (DC-W)

Nandani Sharma has stood out as a lone positive for Delhi Capitals Women so far. With seven wickets in two games at an economy of 8.42 , she has consistently delivered breakthroughs. Despite her outstanding 5/33, which included a hat-trick against Gujarat Giants Women, DC-W ended up on the losing side. Against UP Warriorz Women, her ability to strike at key moments could once again be crucial.

UPW-W vs DC-W : Match Prediction

Form has been patchy for both teams, though Delhi Capitals Women bring more balance into this clash. The batters stepped up last time but couldn’t finish the job. Given their overall squad depth, DC-W are tipped to edge this contest.

UPW-W vs DC-W: probable XIs

Delhi Capitals: Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Marizanne Kapp, Shafali Verma, Lizelle Lee (wk), Chinelle Henry, Nandani Sharma, Niki Prasad, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani

UP Warriorz: Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Meg Lanning (c), Deepti Sharma, Deandra Dottin, Kiran Navgire, Shweta Sehrawat (wk), Shikha Pandey, Asha Sobhana, Sophie Ecclestone, Kranti Gaud