Delhi Capitals Beat Gujarat Giants to Reach WPL 2026 Final

Delhi Capitals produced a composed all-round performance to edge past Gujarat Giants in the WPL 2026 Eliminator, sealing a seven-wicket victory and booking their place in yet another final. The win continues DC’s remarkable consistency in the tournament, setting up a title clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Vadodara on February 5.

Early Strikes Put Gujarat on the Back Foot

Asked to bat first, Gujarat Giants struggled to build momentum after losing key wickets early. Their aggressive intent backfired as the top order failed to negotiate disciplined bowling. The early dismissal of their captain set the tone, followed by further blows that left the Giants reeling inside the powerplay.

With the scoreboard under pressure, Gujarat needed stability, and it arrived through Beth Mooney. Calm and measured, she absorbed the pressure while wickets fell around her, ensuring the innings did not completely unravel.

Mooney Holds the Innings Together

Mooney anchored the Gujarat innings with a patient knock, rotating strike smartly before accelerating late. She found support from Georgia Wareham, who provided brief momentum through timely boundaries. The pair rebuilt with purpose, but regular breakthroughs prevented Gujarat from truly breaking free.

A late flourish helped Gujarat post a competitive total, but the lack of a strong platform earlier meant they were slightly short of an ideal score on a good batting surface.

Explosive Opening Sets the Tone for Delhi

Delhi’s chase began with authority. The opening pair immediately put the Gujarat bowlers under pressure, combining power with clean placement. Boundaries flowed freely as the required rate was brought under control within the first few overs.

The momentum never dipped, even after the openers departed. The middle order stepped in seamlessly, ensuring there was no opening for a comeback.

Calm Finish Seals the Deal

Jemimah Rodrigues and Laura Wolvaardt displayed maturity beyond their years, mixing aggression with composure. Their partnership drained any remaining hope for Gujarat, reducing the target to a formality.

The chase was completed comfortably with plenty of deliveries to spare, underlining Delhi Capitals’ depth and big-match temperament.

With this win, Delhi once again find themselves one step away from the trophy, carrying confidence, balance, and momentum into the final.