The stage is set for a thrilling showdown as Delhi Capitals (DC) take on Mumbai Indians (MI) in the WPL 2025 Final. With two powerhouse teams battling for the coveted trophy, fans can expect an action-packed contest at Mumbai’s Brabourne Stadium (CCI).
In a surprising twist, Delhi Capitals won the toss and elected to field first, breaking away from the venue’s trend where teams batting first have had the upper hand. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians’ captain Harmanpreet Kaur admitted that her team, too, would have preferred to bowl first, but they are ready to embrace the challenge of setting a strong target.
The Mumbai evening is pleasant, a welcome change from the sweltering heat of the past few days, setting the perfect conditions for an epic final.
🟡 DC vs MI WPL Final 2025: Playing XIs & Team Changes
🔹 Mumbai Indians have decided to stick with their winning combination, fielding the same XI from their last match.
🔹 Delhi Capitals, however, have made one strategic change – Shree Charani replaces Titas Sadhu, possibly to strengthen their bowling attack.
🔵 Mumbai Indians XI:
Hayley Matthews, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (capt), Amelia Kerr, Amanjot Kaur, S Sajana, G Kamalini, Sanskriti Gupta, Shabnim Ismail, Saika Ishaque
🔴 Delhi Capitals XI:
Meg Lanning (capt), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Annabel Sutherland, Marizanne Kapp, Jess Jonassen, Sarah Bryce (wk), Niki Prasad, Shikha Pandey, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani
🏏 Toss Analysis – A Strategic Move by Meg Lanning?
Meg Lanning’s decision to bowl first follows the tournament trend, where every captain in WPL 2025 has chosen to chase after winning the toss. However, history at CCI suggests that teams batting first have had a higher success rate, making this call an intriguing one.
With both teams packed with world-class talent, it’s set to be a nail-biting final! Can Mumbai capitalize on batting first, or will Delhi’s bowling attack dominate under the lights?
📢 Stay tuned for live match updates, key highlights, and post-match analysis! 🎉🏆
💬 Who do you think will lift the WPL 2025 trophy? Drop your predictions below! 👇🔥
