Delhi Capitals (DC) secured a decisive 9-wicket victory over the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in Match 14 of the TATA Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025.
This win not only confirmed DC’s spot in the playoffs but also solidified their position at the top of the table with 10 points from seven matches.
Batting first, RCB posted a total of 147/5, thanks to a resilient knock of 60* from Ellyse Perry. However, DC’s disciplined bowling, highlighted by Shikha Pandey’s early breakthrough, managed to keep RCB’s score in check. The turning point came when Shafali Verma (80* off 43) and Jess Jonassen (61* off 38) formed a remarkable 146-run partnership, leading DC to victory in style.
Shafali Verma’s explosive performance earned her the Player of the Match award, as she and Jonassen dismantled RCB’s bowling attack with ease. Despite a brilliant wicket-maiden over by Renuka Singh and a stunning catch by Ellyse Perry to dismiss DC’s captain Meg Lanning, RCB struggled to maintain their momentum and faced their third consecutive defeat.
With this win, DC became the first team to qualify for the WPL 2025 playoffs, showcasing their strength and determination throughout the season. Fans eagerly await their next matches as they continue their quest for the championship title.
