The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 witnessed its most dramatic finish yet as the Delhi Capitals (DC) secured a heart-pounding seven-wicket victory over the UP Warriorz (UPW) on January 14, 2026. In a match that swung like a pendulum at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, DC finally broke their two-match losing streak, chasing down a target of 155 on the final ball of the game.
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Match Summary: DC vs UPW (Match 7)
- UP Warriorz: 154/8 in 20 overs (Meg Lanning 54, Harleen Deol 47; Shafali Verma 2/16, Marizanne Kapp 2/24)
- Delhi Capitals: 158/3 in 20 overs (Lizelle Lee 67, Shafali Verma 36; Deepti Sharma 2/26)
- Result: Delhi Capitals won by 7 wickets (Last-ball finish)
- Player of the Match: Shafali Verma (36 runs & 2/16)
The Lanning Milestone and UPW's Collapse
Winning the toss and electing to bat, the UP Warriorz faced an early setback when Kiran Navgire fell for a duck to Marizanne Kapp. However, the spotlight shifted to Meg Lanning, who etched her name into the record books. During her knock of 54 off 38 balls, Lanning became only the third player in WPL history—and the first Australian—to surpass 1,000 runs, joining Nat Sciver-Brunt and Harmanpreet Kaur.
Lanning anchored an 85-run partnership with Harleen Deol (47 off 36), taking UPW to a comfortable 130/2 by the 15th over. In a tactical gamble, the UPW management opted to "Retire Out" Harleen Deol to bring in the power-hitting Chloe Tryon. The move backfired spectacularly as DC's bowlers, led by an inspired Shafali Verma, triggered a collapse. UPW lost six wickets for just 24 runs in the final five overs, finishing at 154/8.
Lizelle Lee’s Powerplay Masterclass
The chase began with a blitzkrieg from the DC openers. Lizelle Lee was in devastating form, smashing 67 off 44 balls, including eight boundaries and three massive sixes. Alongside Shafali Verma (36 off 28), the duo put on a 94-run opening stand that brought the required run rate well under control.
Lee’s aggression during the powerplay, where DC raced to 60/0, effectively neutralized UPW’s star-studded spin attack featuring Sophie Ecclestone and Deepti Sharma.
Last-Ball Drama: Wolvaardt Holds Her Nerve
Despite the strong start, UPW fought back. Deepti Sharma (2/26) dismissed both openers, causing the scoring rate to dip. With the match stretching to the final over, DC needed 9 runs against the world's No. 1 T20 bowler, Sophie Ecclestone.
Laura Wolvaardt and Marizanne Kapp showed nerves of steel. A boundary from Kapp eased the tension, but it ultimately came down to the final delivery. Wolvaardt maintained her composure to find the gap through the covers, sealing DC's first win of the 2026 season and sending the Navi Mumbai crowd into a frenzy.
Key Stats and Records
- Meg Lanning: 1,050 total WPL runs (2nd highest in history).
- Shafali Verma: First player in WPL 2026 to score 30+ runs and take 2+ wickets in the same match.
- Lizelle Lee: Her 67 is currently the highest individual score for DC in the 2026 season.
- Points Table: DC moves to 4th place with 2 points; UPW remains at the bottom with 0 points from 3 matches.
What’s Next in WPL 2026?
Delhi Capitals will look to carry this momentum into their next fixture to climb the ladder, while Meg Lanning’s UP Warriorz face a "must-win" situation against the defending champions, Mumbai Indians, on January 15, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General Match Info
- Who won the DC vs. UPW WPL 2026 Match 7? Delhi Capitals won the match by 7 wickets, chasing down 155 runs on the final ball.
- Who was the Player of the Match? Shafali Verma was named Player of the Match for her all-round performance, scoring 36 runs and taking 2/16 with the ball.
- Where was the match played? The match took place at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai on January 14, 2026.
Key Performances
- What was Meg Lanning’s milestone in this match? Meg Lanning became the first Australian and only the third player overall to cross the 1,000-run mark in WPL history.
- Who was the top scorer for Delhi Capitals? Lizelle Lee was the top scorer with an explosive 67 off 44 balls.
- What was the tactical "Retire Out" move? UP Warriorz tactically "Retired Out" Harleen Deol (47) in the death overs to bring in power-hitter Chloe Tryon, though the move didn't yield the expected high-scoring finish.
Tournament Standings
- Where do Delhi Capitals stand on the points table now? With their first win, DC has moved to 4th place with 2 points from 3 matches.
- What is UP Warriorz's current position? UPW is currently at the bottom of the table (5th place) with 0 points after three consecutive losses.
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