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Delhi Capitals (w)
Royal Challengers Bangalore (w)
Welcome to the thrilling clash between Delhi Capitals Women and Royal Challengers Bangalore Women in the 17th match of the Women's Premier League 2024 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. As the tournament progresses, the stakes are higher than ever, and both teams are determined to secure their positions in the points table.
Delhi Capitals Women have set a formidable standard, comfortably perched atop the table with 4 wins from the first 5 matches. Despite a stumble in their opening fixture, they've showcased resilience, bouncing back with impressive victories.
Adding to the intrigue, Delhi Capitals Women boast a perfect record against their Bangalore counterparts, having secured 3 victories in as many encounters. With such history and momentum behind them, can RCB overturn the odds and upset the table-toppers, or will Delhi continue its dominance?
Expect a closely contested battle overall but DC has overall been more consistent this season.
The betting tip is...
DC will score more runs in the powerplay.
64 %
36 %
Delhi Capitals (w)Royal Challengers Bangalore (w)The Delhi Capitals boast a formidable lineup led by the prolific Meg Lanning, who stands as the second-highest run-scorer of the season. With an impressive average of 43.8 and a strike rate of 122.56, she's been instrumental in setting the tone for her team. Alongside her, Alice Capsey has been a consistent performer, ranking third in the list of top run-getters this season, maintaining an impressive average of 41.75 and a striking strike rate of 135.77.
In the bowling department, Jess Jonassen leads the pack as the highest wicket-taker of the season, showcasing her prowess with 9 wickets in just 3 matches at an astonishing economy rate of 5.33. Supporting her are Radha Yadav and Marizanne Kapp, who stand as the second and third-highest wicket-takers respectively, providing depth and variety to Delhi's bowling attack.
Additionally, Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues add firepower to the batting lineup with impressive strike rates of 151.45 and 169.44 respectively.
Kapp will start ahead of Sutherland.
Predicted Lineup: Meg Lanning (c), Shafali Verma, Alice Capsey, Jemimah Rodrigues, Marizanne Kapp, Jess Jonassen, Arundhati Reddy, Radha Yadav, Taniya Bhatia (wk), Shikha Pandey, Titas Sadhu
The Royal Challengers Bangalore bring a formidable lineup to the field, led by the dynamic Smriti Mandhana, who currently holds the top spot as the highest run-scorer of the season. With 219 runs to her name at an impressive average of 43.8 and a blistering strike rate of 154.22, she's been a force to reckon with.
Supporting her in the batting department is S Meghana, who ranks fourth in the list of top run-getters this season, contributing consistently with 164 runs at an average of 41 and a strike rate of 120.58. In the bowling department, Sobhana and Molineux provide the necessary firepower, standing as the fourth and fifth-highest wicket-takers respectively, with Sobhana boasting 7 wickets at an economy rate of 7.57.
Adding depth to their lineup, Elysse Perry and Ghosh exhibit formidable strike rates of 138.54 and 155.71 respectively, further strengthening RCB Women's batting prowess. With such a balanced squad, Royal Challengers Bangalore are geared up for a thrilling encounter against Delhi Capitals.
Shreyanka Patil is back in after missing out due to a niggle.
Predicted Lineup: Smriti Mandhana (c), Sophie Devine, S Meghana, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh (wk), Sophie Molineux, Georgia Wareham, Shreyanka Patil, Simran Bahadur, Sobhana Asha, Renuka Singh
Delhi Capitals, fueled by their strong form and impeccable record against Royal Challengers Bangalore, are likely to maintain their dominance. Expect Meg Lanning and Alice Capsey to set the stage with their consistent performances, while Jess Jonassen leads a potent bowling attack.
However, Royal Challengers Bangalore, with the return of Shreyanka Patil and the formidable presence of Smriti Mandhana, can pose a challenge. Yet, given Delhi's strong momentum and depth in both batting and bowling, they are favoured to emerge victorious in this enthralling encounter. Delhi Capitals to win.
