Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 A fierce clash was seen on 20 January Delhi Capitals (DC) Women faced with Mumbai Indians (MI) Women In the 13th match of the season at BCA Stadium, Vadodara. While DC won by 7 wickets to consolidate their position, the match was marred by a heated exchange between the openers. liezel lee And match official. Despite the victory, Lee’s aggressive response to the controversial dismissal resulted in formal disciplinary action from the league.
Chasing the target of 155, DC were looking comfortable till the 11th over, when Lee was out after scoring 46 runs in 28 balls. The South African powerhouse, who has been impressive this season with 213 runs at a strike rate of 154.35, fell victim to a divisive stumping decision. after killing Amanjot Kaur While trying to hit a six, Lee lost his balance on the next ball down the leg side. While she appeared to set her bat on the ground sharply, the third umpire, after extensive deliberations from multiple angles, ruled that her bat was in the air. Rahila Firdous Blown the bells.
Lizelle Lee fined and demerit point for clash with umpire after questionable dismissal
This decision sparked immediate outrage among Lee. As soon as the “out” signal flashed on the big screen, the 33-year-old umpire engaged in an animated and prolonged confrontation with Rathi. Clearly angry, Lee’s departure from the field was anything but cool, as she continued to express her frustration about the technicalities of stumping. The irony of the situation was not lost on viewers, as Lee had previously expressed his desire to pursue umpiring as a career after retiring from professional cricket.
Despite all the technology we have on cricket, it is still not enough. Lizelle Lee was given out.
The question is of technology, not of decision.#wpl pic.twitter.com/Gw96rIBTlb
– Anand L (@kharshad0) 20 January 2026
This anger did not go unnoticed by the match referee. After the game, a media consultant confirmed that Lee was penalized for a Level 1 offense under Article 2.2 of the WPL Code of Conduct. This specific article deals with the misuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings. As a result, Lee was fined 10% of his match fee and given one demerit point.
Lizelle Lee was out after scoring 46 runs, she is not happy with the decision of the third umpire.#LizelleLee #DCvMI #wpl2026 pic.twitter.com/UFaf1bg7wP
– WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) 20 January 2026
Jemimah Rodrigues leads Delhi Capitals to clinical win
Despite the drama mid-innings, Delhi Capitals remained poised to chase the target with six balls to spare. The foundation for this was laid by a strong opening partnership of 63 runs between Lee and the explosive Shafali Verma. After his departure, Captain jemima rodrigues Took charge of the chase. Rodrigues opened the innings with a masterclass in gap-finding and strike rotation and scored an unbeaten 51 off 37 balls. His captain’s innings ensured DC reached 155/3 in the 19th over, earning him the Player of the Match award.
This win is an important statement for Delhi, especially as Lee has successfully filled the void left by the former captain. meg lanning. However, with one demerit point now on his record, Lee will have to temper his on-field reactions in the coming fixtures to avoid a more serious suspension.
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