In the 7th match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026, the Delhi Capitals will be facing off against the UP Warriorz at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The Capitals have had a challenging start to the season, losing both of their initial matches. They suffered a heavy defeat against the Mumbai Indians by 50 runs and narrowly missed out on victory against the Gujarat Giants, falling short by just 4 runs despite a valiant chase.
Amid these challenges, there are standout players to watch, who could potentially turn the tide for the Capitals.
Laura Wolvaardt, South Africa’s skipper, has been in exceptional form, delivering impressive performances in both international and franchise cricket. In her T20I career, she boasts 2,225 runs from 79 innings with a strike rate of 118. In the WPL, she has accumulated 428 runs across 15 innings with a striking rate of 136. Her recent innings against Gujarat Giants, where she scored 77 runs off just 38 balls at a remarkable strike rate of 202, showcases her capability to uplift the batting lineup alongside fellow player Jemimah Rodrigues.
Another key player is Lizelle Lee, an experienced South African cricketer who represented her country across all formats from 2013 to 2022. Making her debut in the 2026 WPL with the Delhi Capitals, she has quickly made an impact, scoring 96 runs from 2 innings at a strike rate of 150. Lee’s recent stellar catch to dismiss Emilia Kerr during the match against Mumbai Indians illustrates her all-around contributions, and Delhi will be keen for her to establish consistency in their innings.
Furthermore, the young talent Nandni Sharma, who has emerged in the domestic circuit and has performed notably for Chandigarh and North Zone, is a player to keep an eye on. Purchased for INR 20 lakh, she made her WPL debut against Mumbai Indians and has already marked her presence by taking a remarkable five-wicket haul against Gujarat Giants, which featured one of the rare hat-tricks in WPL history. As only the second Indian to achieve such a feat, her role will be vital in strengthening the Capitals’ bowling attack.
As the Delhi Capitals look to get their season back on track, the performances of these key players will be pivotal in improving their standings and aiming for a playoff spot. With determination and talent, the Capitals remain hopeful of turning their fortunes around.