Gujarat Giants Women will face Delhi Capitals Women in the Eliminator of the ongoing Women’s Premier League 2026 (WPL 2026) on February 3, 2026, in Vadodara. This article provides detailed information on the GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator of the WPL 2026 match preview, live streaming, pitch and weather report, head-to-head stats, and records for this crucial encounter.
Delhi Capitals Women face another do-or-die moment as they take on Gujarat Giants Women in the Women’s Premier League 2026. DC-W, the runners-up in the first three seasons, are chasing a fourth straight final and remain the only team to qualify for the playoffs in all four editions of the WPL.
Their ongoing season has been up and down, as they finished the league stage with four wins and four losses, but they managed to keep their title hopes alive.
On the other hand, Gujarat Giants arrive with strong momentum. After losing three matches in a row earlier in the season, they bounced back with three straight wins to seal a playoff spot. The GG-W will also be confident because they have already beaten DC-W twice in the league stage this season.
The winner of the GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator will move into the WPL 2026 Final, where they will face the 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: The match will take place at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
Time: The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST.
GG-W vs DC-W Squads:
Gujarat Giants Women Squad:
Ashleigh Gardner (c), Kanika Ahuja, Sophie Devine, Bharti Fulmali, Kim Garth, Kashvee Gautam, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Happy Kumari, Jintimani Kalita, Tanuja Kanwar, Beth Mooney (wk), Renuka Singh, Anushka Sharma, Shivani Singh, Ayushi Soni, Georgia Wareham, Danni Wyatt-Hodge.
Delhi Capitals Women Squad:
Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Taniya Bhatia, Chinelle Henry, Lizelle Lee, Niki Prasad, Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, Lucy Hamilton, Marizanne Kapp, Alana King, Sneh Rana, Pragati Singh, Minnu Mani, Nandani Sharma, Shree Charani, Eddla Srujana.
GG-W vs DC-W Probable XIs:
Gujarat Giants Women Playing XI:
Beth Mooney (wk), Danni Wyatt, Bharti Fulmali, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Kim Garth, Tanuja Kanwar, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Georgia Wareham, Renuka Singh
Delhi Capitals Women Playing XI:
Lizelle Lee, Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry, Niki Prasad, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Nandani Sharma
GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator Key Battles
Lizelle Lee vs Sophie Devine
Lizelle Lee is the top run getter for DC-W with 240 runs in the ongoing Women’s Premier League 2025. The destructive South African opener and wicket-keeper is known for her exceptional hand-eye coordination and ability to clear boundaries effortlessly.
On the other hand, Sophie Devine is currently the leading wicket taker in the ongoing WPL 2026 with 17 wickets from just 7 games for GG-W. She has also so far scored 237 runs in the league. Apart from her explosive batting, the New Zealand all-rounder’s pace bowling is crucial in the middle overs.
Lee and Devine’s battle will be crucial in the outcome of the Eliminator on Tuesday.
Beth Mooney vs Shree Charani
The GG-W opener Beth Mooney has been in brilliant form, and recently she scored a brilliant 58 runs in Vadodara. Mooney, who has over 190 runs to her name so far this season, is crucial for the home team’s chances in the Eliminator against the DC-W.
On the other hand, Shree Charani is among the top five wicket takers in the ongoing WPL 2026 with 14 scalps for DC-W. She has been dominating the death overs with 8 wickets in that phase.
Ashleigh Gardner vs Marizanne Kapp
The Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner is leading the Gujarat Giants Women from the front in the ongoing Women’s Premier League. The right-handed batter is among the top-5 run getters with 244 runs this season. She has also taken 6 wickets with her off-spin and holds the key for GG-W.
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On the other hand, Marizanne Kapp is pure fire and a complete match-winner. She has snapped up 10 wickets in 8 games so far this season, most of them early in the Powerplay, and chipped in with 45 runs. With her deadly new-ball swing and all-round impact, she will pose a big threat to Gardner.
Laura Wolvaardt vs Rajeshwari Gayakwad
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 elegant technique and classical stroke-play, is expected to bat at No. 3 and anchor the innings for her side against GG-W.
Rajeshwari Gayakwad is in fine touch with the ball for Gujarat Giants Women, taking 10 wickets in 7 games 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, Marizanne Kapp, Shree Charani, Lizelle Lee, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues
Gujarat Giants Women – Sophie Devine, Beth Mooney, Ashleigh Gardner, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Danni Wyatt
GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator, WPL 2026 – Free Live Streaming and Telecast Details
TV Broadcast in India: The WPL 2026 Eliminator between GG-W and DC-W will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.
Online Live Streaming in India: Fans can watch the GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator live on the JioHotstar app and website.
GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator, WPL 2026, Weather and 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 stay clear and pleasant through the match, with comfortable temperatures ranging between 23 and 25 during playing hours. Humidity will be around 40%, but dew could come into play later on, making batting easier in the second innings and giving the chasing team a slight edge.
GG-W vs DC-W Eliminator, WPL 2026, Pitch Report at BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
Kotambi Stadium has produced a fair and lively pitch throughout the Women’s Premier League 2026. Teams batting first have scored around 158 runs on average. The surface has kept both batters and bowlers in the contest from the start to the end of the game.
In the last five matches, fast bowlers have taken 32 wickets, while spinners have picked up 31, proving the pitch has something for everyone at this venue. Pace bowlers get help when they bowl hard lengths, and spinners find grip and turn as the game moves on.
Batters who survive the early phase and settle in have been able to score freely and build strong innings, making it a well-balanced wicket for an exciting Eliminator on Tuesday.
GG-W vs DC-W Head-to-Head Records
| Stats | Matches | GG-W Won | DC-W Won | Draw | Tied | NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| In Vadodara | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 5 T20s | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
GG-W vs DC-W Head-to-Head Records: Key Statistics
Delhi Capitals Women and Gujarat Giants Women share a perfectly balanced rivalry in the Women’s Premier League. In eight matches across three seasons, both teams have won four games each.
Their clashes have been enthralling, with neither of the sides dominating the other. That even record has made the DC-W vs GG-W Eliminator an intense contest, where drama and a close fight are certain.
GG-W vs DC-W Head-to-Head Records: The Last 5 Matches
Gujarat Giants Women have held a narrow edge over Delhi Capitals Women in their recent WPL clashes. In the last five meetings, GG-W has won three games, while DC-W has won two games.
The most recent encounters saw Gujarat pull off three thrilling wins, defending 174, 209, and 178 in high-scoring contests. However, DC-W also won two games in the tournament, successfully chasing the modest totals in the 2025 and 2026 seasons.
GG-W vs DC-W Head-to-Head Records—Result of the Last 5 T20I Matches
- Gujrat Giants won by 3 runs at BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara on January 27, 2026
- Gujrat Giants won by 4 runs at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai on January 11, 2026
- Gujrat Giants won by 5 wickets at Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, on March 7, 2025
- Delhi Capitals won by 6 wickets at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on February 25, 2025
- Delhi Capitals won by 7 wickets at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi on March 13, 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 strength. GG-W come in with confidence, home support, and recent wins at Kotambi Stadium. However, DC-W has a more powerful batting lineup and a strong bowling attack. The team that will handle the pressure better will qualify for the title clash.
