The Delhi Capitals (DC) are set to clash with the UP Warriorz (UPW) in Match 6 of the WPL 2025 on Wednesday, February 19. This will be the last game at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara before the tournament moves to new venues. Expect high stakes, intense pressure, and a battle for redemption.
WPL 2025: DCW vs UPW Preview And Prediction
Delhi Capitals: Time to Bounce Back
DC kicked off their campaign with a thrilling win over the Mumbai Indians (MI), showing nerves of steel under pressure. But their joy was short-lived. In their last match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), they crumbled—badly. The result? A crushing defeat that left them with the worst net run rate in the tournament. Ouch.
The return of Marizanne Kapp and Jess Jonassen was supposed to bolster the squad. Instead, DC struggled to find their rhythm. Their batting order collapsed, their bowlers failed to defend, and now, they’re desperate to turn things around. Can they? Absolutely—but only if they bring their A-game.
UP Warriorz: Searching for a Fresh Start
UPW’s season hasn’t started well either. They stumbled in their opener against the Gujarat Giants (GG), and it wasn’t the debut Deepti Sharma wanted as the full-time captain. Missing Chamari Athapaththu raised eyebrows, while overseas stars Tahlia McGrath, Grace Harris, and Alana King couldn’t make a real impact.
One silver lining? Sophie Ecclestone. The star spinner continues to be UPW’s most reliable weapon. But that won’t be enough. Their top order lacks experience, and unless their Indian batters step up, they’ll struggle against a powerful Delhi lineup.
DC vs UPW: What to Expect?
Let’s be real—on paper, DC look stronger. With Meg Lanning and Shafali Verma leading the charge, their batting has serious firepower. Sure, their bowling got smashed by Smriti Mandhana in the last game, but experienced heads like Shikha Pandey, Kapp, and Jonassen can turn things around.
For UPW, spin is their trump card. With four quality spinners, they’ll hope for a slow wicket that disrupts Delhi’s batting rhythm. Grace Harris needs to step up in the middle order, and their top batters must avoid an early collapse.
Winning the toss could be crucial. Chasing has been easier on this pitch. If UPW bowl first, they could put DC under real pressure. But if Delhi posts a solid total, expect them to dominate.
Prediction: DC Hold the Edge
UPW have the talent to pull off an upset. But let’s be honest—Delhi Capitals are the stronger side and will be hungry to bounce back. Expect DC to come out firing and reclaim momentum.
The big question? Can the Warriorz pull off a shock win? We’ll find out soon enough.
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