WPL 2025 Playoffs: Top Contenders And Predictions

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The stage is set. The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 kicks off with a thrilling opener—defending champs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) taking on Gujarat Giants (GG) in Vadodara on February 14. And with the Women’s ODI World Cup also in India this year, this tournament is the perfect warm-up for players to fine-tune their skills in subcontinental conditions.

A bigger stage. A tougher competition. The mini-auction reshaped squads, making this season more unpredictable than ever. Unlike last year, when all matches were held in one city, WPL 2025 spreads across multiple venues, adding to the drama.

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The format? Cutthroat. Two teams get eliminated after the league stage. The table-topper heads straight to the final. The second and third-placed teams fight it out in the eliminator for a spot in the title clash.

WPL 2025 Playoffs: Top Contenders And Predictions

1. Mumbai Indians (MI): Time for Redemption

Last season? A disaster. Mumbai Indians, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, failed to defend their title. But this squad? Loaded with match-winners ready to make a statement.

• Key players to watch:

• • Amelia Kerr: Fresh off an ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year award after starring in New Zealand’s T20 World Cup win.
  • Nat Sciver-Brunt & Hayley Matthews: Proven game-changers.
  • Sajeevan Sajana is now a confident finisher after her international debut post-WPL.

With a lethal mix of experience and young talent, MI isn’t just aiming for the playoffs. They want their crown back.

2. Delhi Capitals (DC): The Consistent Contenders

Two seasons. Two runner-up finishes. Delhi Capitals have been knocking on the door of WPL glory. Is this the year they break through?

• Why they’re dangerous:

• • Meg Lanning A tough WBBL season, but back in form in domestic cricket.
  • Shafali Verma & Jemimah Rodrigues are Indian batting powerhouses.
  • Marizanne Kapp & Annabel Sutherland—all-rounders adding balance and depth.
  • Alice Capsey: A slight form of concern, but capable of turning it around.

With a solid Indian core and an experienced overseas lineup, DC is once again a strong playoff bet.

3. Gujarat Giants (GG): A New Dawn

New leadership. New mindset. After two disappointing seasons, the Gujarat Giants hit reset. They shook up their coaching staff, parted ways with key players, and handed the captaincy to Ashleigh Gardner.

• Big reasons for optimism:

• • Beth Mooney, T20I Player of the Year, fresh off an explosive Ashes series.
  • Harleen Deol: A strong performer in India’s home series vs. Ireland.
  • Laura Wolvaardt & Deandra Dottin are both in red-hot form after stellar T20 World Cup performances.
  • Ashleigh Gardner: Leading from the front and in top touch.

The best part? For the first time, they get to play in front of their home crowd. That energy could be the edge they need to finally break into the top three.

Also Read: WPL 2025: GGW vs RCBW Fantasy Predictions

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