Match Details:
- Match: Delhi Capitals Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women( DC-W vs RCB-W ), 15th Match, Women’s Premier League 2026
- Date and Time: January 24, 02:00 pm GMT / 08:00 pm BD / 07:30 pm local time
- Venue: BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
DC-W vs RCB-W Tips & Match Prediction:
Who will win the toss? – Delhi Capitals WomenWho will win the match? – Royal Challengers Bengaluru WomenDelhi Capitals Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Preview:
Delhi Capitals Women( DC-W ) is set to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women( RCB-W ) in their 15th match during the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at BCA Stadium on Saturday, January 24.
Delhi Capitals Women have had an up-and-down start to the season, sitting fifth after five matches with two wins and three losses. The talent is clearly there, but both their batting and bowling units need to find more consistency if they want to push for a playoff spot.
Lizelle Lee has been the standout performer with the bat, scoring 213 runs in five innings at a strike rate of 155 and an average of 42.60. She’s the one they’ll be looking to again for a strong contribution, and she could easily make 25–30 runs in this game. Laura Wolvaardt has also chipped in with 128 runs at a strike rate of 146, while Jemimah Rodrigues has added 92 runs at 140. Shafali Verma has been her usual aggressive self at the top, scoring 149 runs so far and constantly putting pressure on bowlers during the Powerplay.
On the bowling side, Nandni Sharma has led the attack with 10 wickets from five matches at an economy of 8.77. Shree Charani has also been impressive, picking up seven wickets at 9.21. With experienced all-rounders like Marizanne Kapp and Chinelle Henry supporting them, Delhi has a varied bowling attack that can trouble any opposition.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women, on the other hand, have been the standout team this season. They sit at the top of the table with five wins from five matches, and their strong form has largely been powered by their batting.
Captain Smriti Mandhana has been in great touch, scoring 192 runs in five games at a strike rate of 141. She looks settled and is likely to cross the 30-run mark again, given her current form. Grace Harris has been equally destructive, scoring 128 runs at an incredible strike rate of 193. Their explosive starts have allowed RCB to put pressure on the opposition right from the beginning.
RCB’s batting depth is another major strength. Georgia Voll, Nadine de Klerk, and Richa Ghosh all have the ability to accelerate late in the innings, turning the momentum with quick bursts of boundaries. Radha Yadav has also contributed valuable runs lower down the order, including a solid 66 off 47 balls against Gujarat Giants.
In the bowling department, Nadine de Klerk has been the standout performer with 10 wickets at an economy of just 6.94. Lauren Bell and Shreyanka Patil have supported her well, sharing 18 wickets between them. Sayali Satghare has also made an impact, taking six wickets in just two matches at an economy of 6.85, giving RCB plenty of options with the ball as well.
DC-W vs RCB-W Possible Playing XI:
Delhi Capitals Women: Shafali Verma, Lizelle Lee(w), Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues(c), Marizanne Kapp, Deeya Yadav, Niki Prasad, Sneh Rana, Lucy Hamilton, Shree Charani, Nandni Sharma.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women: Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana(c), Georgia Voll, Richa Ghosh(w), Gautami Naik, Nadine de Klerk, Radha Yadav, Prema Rawat, Shreyanka Patil, Sayali Satghare, Lauren Bell.
DC-W vs RCB-W Recent 5 Match Performance:
DC-W vs RCB-W Head-To-Head Records:
| Stats | Match | DC-W Won | RCB-W Won | NR | Tie |
| Overall | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Recent 5 Matches | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
DC-W vs RCB-W Toss Prediction:
We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.
DC-W vs RCB-W Pitch Report:
The pitch at BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara usually offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers can get some early movement and bounce with the new ball, making the initial overs important for batters to play carefully. As the match progresses, the surface tends to settle and become more batting-friendly, allowing players to play their shots with confidence and build partnerships. In the later stages, spinners may find some assistance as the pitch slows down slightly, especially if they bowl with good control and variations. Overall, the wicket generally produces competitive scores and rewards teams that adapt well to the conditions.
DC-W vs RCB-W Weather Report:
On the evening of January 24, conditions at BCA Stadium, Vadodara are expected to be dry and pleasant, making it comfortable for cricket under the lights. Around 7:30 PM local time, temperatures should be mild, likely in the low to mid-20s °C, typical for January evenings in the region. Skies are forecast to be clear to mostly clear, with no significant rain expected, as January in Vadodara usually sees almost no rainfall. Winds will be light, and humidity should be moderate, creating ideal conditions for an uninterrupted match. Overall, it looks set to be a calm and enjoyable winter evening for cricket, with minimal weather disruptions.
Expected Scores:
1st Innings: 155–165 runs2nd Innings: 150–160 runsKey Notes:
Batting-friendly pitch: The BCA Stadium in Vadodara usually offers good batting conditions, especially under lights. Batters can score freely if they get set early.
Powerplay is crucial: A strong start in the first six overs can set the tone for a big total, especially with RCB’s explosive top order.
Spin impact in middle overs: The pitch tends to slow slightly after the powerplay, giving spinners more grip and control. Teams that rotate strike well will benefit.
Dew factor: There is often a chance of dew in evening games, which can make bowling difficult later on and give the chasing side an advantage.
Boundary size: The ground is known for being relatively large, so timing and running between the wickets are key—big hits don’t always clear the ropes.
170+ would be a match-winning total: Anything above 170 will put serious pressure on the chasing team, while scores under 150 could become tricky to defend if the chase is well paced.Delhi Capitals Women vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Full Squad:
Delhi Capitals Women: Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Taniya Bhatia (wk), M Mamatha (wk), Laura Wolvaardt, Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry, Lizelle Lee, Alana King, Lucy Hamilton, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Deeya Yadav, Niki Prasad, Nandani Sharma.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women: Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh (wk), Georgia Voll, Gautami Naik, Grace Harris, Nadine de Klerk, Pooja Vastrakar, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil, Arundhati Reddy, Lauren Bell, D Hemalatha, Sayali Satghare, Prema Rawat, Linsey Smith, Kumar Prathyoosha.
