Vadodara witnessed magic on Tuesday as Delhi Capitals powered into the Women’s Premier League final for an unprecedented fourth time, thrashing Gujarat Giants by seven wickets in the knockout at BCA Stadium. The 169-run chase stands as the biggest in WPL playoff history.
Three prior final heartbreaks haven’t dimmed their resolve, especially with the intriguing trend: Eliminator winners always lift the trophy. Delhi eyes that elusive silverware.
Giants batted first, limping to 168/7 on Beth Mooney’s unbeaten 62 (51 balls, six fours) and Wareham’s 35. Chinelle Henry dominated with three wickets, Nandin Sharma took two, Minnu Mani one.
Delhi responded with flair, winning in 15.4 overs. Lee’s 43 off 24 (nine boundaries) set the tone, Rodrigues’ 41 provided glue, Verma’s 31 added punch, Wolvaardt’s 32* finished strong. A WPL record: top four all past 30 runs.
Wareham’s two wickets and Gayakwad’s one were Giants’ lone highlights. Post losses in 2023 and 2025 finals to MI, 2024 to RCB, Delhi’s quest for redemption intensifies. This win showcases their evolution into title contenders.