The second-placed Delhi Capitals Women (DEL-W) are set to face the table-topping Mumbai Capitals Women (MUM-W) in the 13th match of the ongoing WPL 2025. The encounter will take place at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday, February 28, at 7:30 PM (IST).
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Delhi Capitals Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Preview
Mumbai Indians have made Bengaluru their fortress. While the M Chinnaswamy Stadium is usually a sea of red for RCB, it’s the inaugural champions who have stolen the spotlight this season. Just a night before MI take the field for the third time at the venue, Smriti Mandhana’s RCB suffered their third consecutive defeat here. In contrast, Harmanpreet Kaur’s side has secured two wins in two outings and will be eager to extend that streak to maintain their position at the top of the table.
MI’s dominance has been fueled by three successful run chases, aided by favorable tosses and an all-round bowling effort. However, their campaign began with a setback against their upcoming opponents. Delhi Capitals handed MI their only defeat of the season, despite Nat Sciver-Brunt’s brilliant 81 off 43 balls. Meg Lanning’s team will be aiming for a repeat performance to dethrone MI from the top. DC, too, had a shot at an unbeaten run in Bengaluru but fell victim to UP Warriorz’s No. 8 batter, Chinelle Henry, whose explosive 62 off 23 balls (2 fours, 8 sixes) turned the game on its head.
Both teams have six points each and currently hold the top two positions in the standings. MI have secured three consecutive victories, with their only loss this season coming in the opening match against the same opponents in Vadodara. Despite a few concerns—most notably Yastika Bhatia’s form—Nat Sciver-Brunt has stepped up to fill the gaps. Whether with the bat or ball, she has been instrumental in MI’s success. Hayley Matthews has also struggled with the bat, with her 59 off 50 against UP Warriorz being far from fluent. However, contributions from the Indian youngsters have bolstered the team’s performances.
On the other hand, DC have had an inconsistent run but are coming off a dominant win against Gujarat Giants. That victory saw everything fall into place, including the decision to promote Jess Jonassen to No. 3, which proved successful. However, captain Meg Lanning is yet to hit top form this season. With an impressive average of 48.50 in five innings against MI in the WPL, can she rediscover her touch against one of her favorite opponents?
This matchup also features a compelling battle between two sets of high-quality new-ball bowlers—DC’s Marizanne Kapp and Shikha Pandey taking on MI’s Shabnim Ismail and Sciver-Brunt.
Friday’s top-of-the-table clash promises a thrilling contest, with the stands expected to be packed. And while the usual sea of red might be missing, fans will witness a battle between two shades of blue.
Delhi Capitals Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Head-to-head
- Total matches: 5
- Delhi Capitals wins: 3
- Mumbai Indians wins: 2
- No Results: 0
- First-ever Fixture: 20 March , 2023
- Most-recent Fixture: 15 February, 2025
Delhi Capitals Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Pitch Report
The toss could play a crucial role, with five of the six games this season going in favor of chasing teams. While conditions have generally favored batters, RCB’s struggle to 125/7 in their third loss at this venue highlights some unpredictability. The M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is traditionally known for aiding batters, particularly in the first innings. With an average first-innings score of 168 and an overall average of 153, the captain winning the toss may opt to set a challenging total upfront.
Delhi Capitals Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Team News and Predicted XI
Delhi Capitals Women – Team News
DC are expected to stick with the same XI that clinched a convincing six-wicket victory against Gujarat Giants just two nights ago.
Delhi Capitals Women – Predicted XI
- Shafali Verma
- Meg Lanning (capt)
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Annabel Sutherland
- Marizanne Kapp
- Jess Jonassen
- Sarah Bryce (wk)
- Niki Prasad
- Minnu Mani
- Titas Sadhu
- Shikha Pandey
Mumbai Indians Women – Team News
For Mumbai Indians, Jintimani Kalita, who bowled only one over in the previous match, might make way for left-arm spinner Parunika Sisodia. However, having replaced Sisodia in the last game, the seam-bowling all-rounder is likely to retain her spot alongside the rest of the XI that secured victory against UP Warriorz just a day ago.
Mumbai Indians Women – Predicted XI
- Hayley Matthews
- Yastika Bhatia (wk)
- Nat Sciver-Brunt
- Harmanpreet Kaur (capt)
- Amelia Kerr
- S Sajana
- G Kamalini
- Amanjot Kaur
- Sanskriti Gupta
- Shabnim Ismail,
- Parunika Sisodia/ Jintimani Kalita
Delhi Capitals Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Players To Watch Out For
Jess Jonassen (Delhi Capitals Women)
Jess Jonassen proved her worth as an all-rounder in the match against the Giants. Stepping in at No. 3 after Lanning’s dismissal, she exploited the square boundaries to smash 61 off just 32 balls.
She built a quick 74-run partnership off 37 deliveries with Shafali Verma and ensured a swift finish to the chase. Even in the loss against UPW, Jonassen made an impact with the ball, picking up 4 for 31, including key wickets of Chinelle Henry and Deepti Sharma.
Sanskriti Gupta (Mumbai Indians Women)
Sanskriti Gupta delivered an impressive spell of 2 for 11 in her two overs against UPW, dismissing Tahlia McGrath and the well-set Vrinda Dinesh with her crafty offspin. She effectively varied her pace, even castling McGrath with a sharp 95.1 kph yorker.
Bought by MI for INR 10 lakh at the auction, Sanskriti played a pivotal role in Madhya Pradesh’s Senior Women’s One Day Trophy triumph, finishing with 16 wickets in nine matches. She will be eager to continue making an impact and solidify her place in the MI XI.
Delhi Capitals Women vs Mumbai Indians Women: Prediction
Scenario 1
- Toss: Delhi Capitals Women win the toss and opt to bat
- Powerplay Score: 45-50
- Delhi Capitals Women Total: 160-180
- Match Result: Delhi Capitals Women win the match
Scenario 2
- Toss: Mumbai Indians Women win the toss and bowl
- Powerplay Score: 50-55
- Mumbai Indians Women Total: 155-170
- Match Result: Mumbai Indians Women win the match
When and Where To Watch Delhi Capitals Women vs Mumbai Indians Women LIVE? Broadcast and Streaming Details
The Women’s Premier League 2025 clash between Delhi Capitals Women and Mumbai Indians Women is set to begin at 7:30 PM IST on Friday, February 28, at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network and will also be available for live streaming on JioHotstar for FREE.
FAQs
When and where is the DC vs MI WPL 2025 match scheduled?
The 13th match of WPL 2025 between Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W) and Mumbai Indians Women (MI-W) will take place at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, on Friday, February 28, at 7:30 PM (IST).
Why is M Chinnaswamy Stadium considered batting-friendly?
The pitch at M Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for its batting-friendly nature, especially in the first half of the game. The average first-innings score here is 168, making it an ideal venue for high-scoring encounters.
Will Delhi Capitals make any changes to their playing XI?
Delhi Capitals are expected to stick with the same playing XI after their dominant win against Gujarat Giants.
Who could replace Jintimani Kalita in the Mumbai Indians lineup?
Given that Jintimani Kalita bowled just one over in the last match, Mumbai Indians might replace her with left-arm spinner Parunika Sisodia.
How has Jess Jonassen performed in WPL 2025 so far?
Jess Jonassen has showcased her all-round abilities, scoring a quickfire 61 off 32 balls against Gujarat Giants and taking 4 for 31 in a match against UP Warriorz, including key wickets of Chinelle Henry and Deepti Sharma.
