Match Overview
Delhi Capitals Women secured a crucial victory over Mumbai Indians Women in the Women’s Premier League 2026, winning the contest by 7 wickets at the Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara. Chasing a moderate target, Delhi delivered a composed batting performance to register a significant win in the league stage.
Mumbai Indians put up a competitive total batting first, but Delhi’s disciplined bowling and controlled chase ensured a comfortable result with an over to spare.
Match Summary
| Match | Delhi Capitals Women vs Mumbai Indians Women |
| Tournament | Women’s Premier League 2026 |
| Venue | Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara |
| Result | Delhi Capitals won by 7 wickets |
| Mumbai Indians Score | 154/5 (20 overs) |
| Delhi Capitals Score | 155/3 (19 overs) |
| Player of the Match | Jemimah Rodrigues |
Mumbai Indians Women’s Innings
154/5 in 20 overs
Mumbai Indians Women batted steadily but were unable to capitalise on their starts. The top order showed intent, but Delhi Capitals’ bowlers kept the run rate under control, especially during the middle overs.
Mumbai Indians Batting Highlights
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | 65 | 45 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | 41 | 33 |
| Hayley Matthews | 22 | 18 |
Mumbai fell short of a higher total due to the lack of a big finishing partnership.
Delhi Capitals Bowling Performance
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
| Shree Charani | 4 | 33 | 3 |
| Marizanne Kapp | 4 | 18 | 1 |
| Radha Yadav | 4 | 27 | 1 |
Delhi’s bowlers struck at key moments, preventing Mumbai from accelerating in the final overs.
Delhi Capitals Women’s Innings
155/3 in 19 overs
Delhi Capitals began the chase with confidence and maintained control throughout the innings. The top order played positively, ensuring the required run rate never became an issue.
Delhi Capitals Batting Highlights
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | 51* | 37 |
| Lizelle Lee | 46 | 28 |
| Shafali Verma | 24 | 19 |
Jemimah Rodrigues anchored the chase beautifully, guiding Delhi to victory with calm and precision.
Mumbai Indians Bowling Performance
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
| Amanjot Kaur | 3 | 21 | 1 |
| Saika Ishaque | 4 | 32 | 1 |
Mumbai bowlers managed a few breakthroughs but failed to apply sustained pressure during the chase.
Phase-Wise Match Analysis
- Powerplay: Delhi Capitals scored freely without losing early wickets.
- Middle Overs: Jemimah Rodrigues and Lizelle Lee controlled the innings with smart rotation and boundary hitting.
- Death Overs: Delhi finished the chase calmly, sealing the win with six balls remaining.
Player of the Match
Jemimah Rodrigues
Jemimah Rodrigues was named Player of the Match for her unbeaten 51, a mature and match-winning knock that ensured a smooth chase for Delhi Capitals.
What This Result Means
- Delhi Capitals earned a vital win to boost their position on the WPL 2026 points table
- The Mumbai Indians suffered another setback and will look to regroup quickly
- The mid-table race in WPL 2026 became even more competitive
What’s Next
Delhi Capitals will aim to carry this momentum into their next fixture, while Mumbai Indians must address their batting consistency to stay in contention for the playoffs.
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