Third Time’s the Charm? Delhi Capitals Gear Up for WPL Glory
WPL 2025 Final: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians – A Clash of Titans
BNH NETWORK
Mumbai - After two heartbreaks in the past, Delhi Capitals will be determined to lift their maiden Women's Premier League (WPL) title as they face Mumbai Indians in their third consecutive final at Brabourne Stadium on Saturday, March 15.
Under the leadership of Meg Lanning, the Delhi Capitals finished at the top of the league table with five wins and three losses, securing a direct entry into the final. Now, they are ready to go all out and seize the opportunity.
Lanning Focused on Present, Not the Past
Speaking at a press conference ahead of the big clash, Lanning dismissed past disappointments, emphasizing that history won’t dictate the outcome:
“It's really irrelevant what's happened in the past, even what's happened in the round games this year. They don't count for anything. It's about performing tomorrow night. We're excited about the opportunity that we've given ourselves to go out there and play our best game for the tournament.”
Highlighting the team’s collective effort throughout the season, she added:
“I think throughout the whole year, we've had different people step up at different times. We don’t rely on one or two players, and that gives us a lot of confidence heading into tomorrow's game.”
Fact File
- Event: WPL 2025 Final
- Teams: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians
- Date: March 15, 2025
- Venue: Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai
- Delhi Capitals Captain: Meg Lanning
- Key Player to Watch: Shafali Verma
- Previous Finals: 2023, 2024 (Runner-up)
Shafali Verma – The X-Factor
When asked about Shafali Verma’s performance, Lanning lauded her aggressive starts at the top of the order:
“She's been excellent for us. She’s got herself some really nice starts with the bat. She looks like she's really enjoying her cricket, and a big smile on her face is always a good sign. She’s a very important part of our team, on and off the field. I have no doubt she has a big innings in her for tomorrow night.”
Lanning on Playing in India & the WPL Experience
Lanning also reflected on her journey with Delhi Capitals and the impact of the WPL:
“I've thoroughly enjoyed being part of the WPL and the Delhi Capitals. It's an incredible competition and unique in many ways. But what hasn’t changed for me is how competitive I am and how much I want to win. I want to contribute and make as many runs as I can to help the team win.”
WPL 2025 Final Showdown
Delhi Capitals will take on Mumbai Indians in what promises to be a high-octane final, with both teams eager to etch their names in WPL history. With a star-studded lineup and a captain known for delivering in high-pressure situations, Delhi Capitals are aiming to finally break their title jinx.
