Gujarat Giants Women will face Delhi Capitals Women in the eliminator of the ongoing Women’s Premier League 2026 (WPL 2026) in Vadodara on February 3, 2026. This article provides detailed information on WPL 2026 match preview of GG-W vs DC-W eliminator, live streaming, pitch and weather report, head-to-head statistics and records of this important encounter.
Delhi Capitals Women will face another do-or-die moment when they take on Gujarat Giants Women in the Women’s Premier League 2026. DC-W, runners-up in the first three seasons, is chasing a fourth consecutive final and remains the only team to qualify for the playoffs in all four editions of the WPL.
Their current season has been an up-and-down one, as they finished the league stage with four wins and four losses, but they have managed to keep their title hopes alive.
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Gujarat Giants, on the other hand, arrived with strong form. After losing three consecutive matches at the beginning of the season, they bounced back with three consecutive wins to book a place in the playoffs. GG-W will also be confident as they have already defeated DC-W twice in the league stage this season.
The winner of the GG-W vs DC-W eliminator will advance to the WPL 2026 Final, where they will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on February 5 at the BCA Stadium, Vadodara.
GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator, WPL 2026, Preview:
Match Details:
Match date: The eliminator will be played on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
venue: This match will be held at BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara.
Time: The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 pm Indian time.
GG-W vs DC-W Squad:
Gujarat Giants Women’s Team:
Ashley Gardner (captain), Kanika Ahuja, Sophie Devine, Bharti Fulmali, Kim Garth, Kashvi Gautam, Rajeshwari Gaikwad, Happy Kumari, Jintimani Kalita, Tanuja Kanwar, Beth Mooney (wk), Renuka Singh, Anushka Sharma, Shivani Singh, Ayushi Soni, Georgia Wareham, Danny Wyatt-Hodge.
Delhi Capitals Women’s Team:
Jemimah Rodrigues (captain), Tania Bhatia, Chinelle Henry, Lizelle Lee, Nikki Prasad, Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, Lucy Hamilton, Marizanne Kapp, Alana King, Sneh Rana, Pragati Singh, Minnu Mani, Nandini Sharma, Sri Charani, Eddala Srujana.
GG-W vs DC-W Probable XI:
Gujarat Giants Women Playing XI:
Beth Mooney (wk), Danni Wyatt, Bharti Fulmali, Ashley Gardner (c), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Kim Garth, Tanuja Kanwar, Rajeshwari Gaikwad, Georgia Wareham, Renuka Singh.
Delhi Capitals Women Playing XI:
Lizelle Lee, Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry, Nikki Prasad, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Sri Charani, Nandini Sharma
GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator Major Battle
Liezel Lee vs Sophie Devine
Lizelle Lee is the top run-scorer for DC-W in the current Women’s Premier League 2025 with 240 runs. The devastating South African opening batsman and wicketkeeper is known for his exceptional hand-eye coordination and ability to cross boundaries effortlessly.
On the other hand, Sophie Devine is currently the leading wicket-taker for GG-W in the ongoing WPL 2026 with 17 wickets in just 7 matches. She has also scored 237 runs in the league so far. Apart from his explosive batting, the New Zealand all-rounder’s fast bowling is crucial in the middle overs.
The fight between Lee and Devine will be important in the outcome of the eliminator on Tuesday.
Beth Mooney vs. Sri Charani
GG-W’s opening batsman Beth Mooney has been in great form and recently scored a brilliant 58 in Vadodara. Mooney, who has over 190 runs so far this season, will be crucial to the home team’s chances in the eliminator against DC-W.
On the other hand, Sri Charani is one of the top five wicket-takers in the ongoing WPL 2026 with 14 wickets for DC-W. She has dominated the death overs in that phase, taking 8 wickets.
Ashley Gardner vs. Marijane Kapp
Australian all-rounder Ashley Gardner is leading Gujarat Giants Women in the ongoing Women’s Premier League. The right-handed batsman is among the top 5 run-getters this season with 244 runs. She has also taken 6 wickets with her off spin and plays a vital role for GG-W.
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Marijne Kapp, on the other hand, is pure fire and an absolute match winner. He has taken 10 wickets in 8 matches so far this season, most of them at powerplay starts, and scored 45 runs. With her lethal swing and all-round impact with her new ball, she will pose a major threat to Gardner.
Laura Wolvaardt vs Rajeshwari Gaikwad
South African captain Laura Wolvaardt will be a key player for Delhi Capitals Women in the WPL 2026 Eliminator. Wolvaardt, who is known for her brilliant technique and classical stroke-play, is expected to bat at No. 3 and open the innings for her team against GG-W.
Rajeshwari Gaikwad has been in good form with the ball for Gujarat Giants Women and has taken 10 wickets in 7 matches so far this season. The left-arm spinner will be an available asset for the hosts in the eliminator.
GG-W vs DC-W Key Players:
Delhi Capitals Women – Laura Wolvaardt, Marijne Kapp, Sri Charani, Liezel Lee, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues
Veteran women of Gujarat – Sophie Devine, Beth Mooney, Ashley Gardner, Rajeshwari Gaikwad, Danny Wyatt
GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator, WPL 2026 – Free Live Streaming & Telecast Details
TV broadcasting in India: The WPL 2026 eliminator between GG-W and DC-W will be telecast live on Star Sports Network.
Online Live Streaming in India: Fans can watch the GG-W vs DC-W eliminator live on JioHotstar app and website.
GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator, WPL 2026, Weather & Pitch Report – Vadodara
GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator, WPL 2026: Weather report in Vadodara
Vadodara is set to offer good conditions for the GG-W vs DC-W eliminator. The weather should remain clear and pleasant throughout the match, with a comfortable temperature ranging between 23 to 25 during playing hours. Humidity will be around 40%, but dew may come later in the game, making it easier to bat in the second innings and giving a slight edge to the chasing team.
Pitch Report at GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator, WPL 2026, BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
The Kotambi Stadium has produced a fair and lively pitch during the Women’s Premier League 2026. Teams batting first have scored around 158 runs on an average. The surface kept both the batsmen and bowlers in the contest from the beginning to the end of the game.
In the last five matches, fast bowlers have taken 32 wickets, while spinners have taken 31 wickets, proving that the pitch at this venue has something for everyone. Fast bowlers get help when they bowl hard lengths, and spinners get grip and turn as the game progresses.
Batsmen who have been consistent and settled in the early stages have been able to score freely and build strong innings, making this a well-balanced wicket for an exciting eliminator on Tuesday.
GG-W vs. DC-W Head-to-Head Records
| statistics | Matchbox | gg-w won | won dc-w | Drag | Tied up | N.R. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| overall | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| in vadodara | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| last 5 t20 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
GG-W vs DC-W Head-to-Head Record: Key Statistics
Delhi Capitals Women and Gujarat Giants Women share a perfectly balanced rivalry in the Women’s Premier League. In eight matches over three seasons, both teams have won four games each.
Their clashes have been exciting, with neither side dominating the other. That record also makes the DC-W vs GG-W eliminator an intense contest, where drama and close contests are guaranteed.
GG-W vs DC-W Head-to-Head Records: Last 5 Matches
Gujarat Giants Women have a slight lead over Delhi Capitals Women in their recent WPL encounters. In the last five meetings, GG-W has won three games, while DC-W has won two games.
In the most recent matches, Gujarat scored three thrilling wins, defending 174, 209 and 178 in high-scoring matches. However, DC-W successfully chased modest scores in the 2025 and 2026 seasons, also winning two games in the tournament.
GG-W vs DC-W Head-to-Head Records—Results of Last 5 T20I Matches
- Gujarat Giants won by 3 runs at BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara on January 27, 2026
- Gujarat Giants won by 4 runs at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai on January 11, 2026.
- Gujarat Giants won by 5 wickets at Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on March 7, 2025
- Delhi Capitals won by 6 wickets at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on February 25, 2025.
- Delhi Capitals won by 7 wickets at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi on 13th March 2024
GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator, WPL 2026- Conclusion
The WPL 2026 Eliminator is a clash between Gujarat Giants Women’s strong form and Delhi Capitals Women’s big-match prowess. GG-W come in with confidence, home support and a recent win at the Kotambi Stadium. However, DC-W has a more powerful batting lineup and a stronger bowling attack. The team which handles the pressure better will qualify for the title match.
