WPL 2026 Daily Round-Up – January 11, 2026: Full Match Results, Key Performers & Updated Points Table
Daily Overview
January 11 delivered another high-scoring, closely fought contest in the Women’s Premier League 2026. It was a single-match day, but one packed with drama, big individual performances and a tense finish, as Gujarat Giants Women edged past Delhi Capitals Women by a narrow margin in Navi Mumbai.
Gujarat Giants Women vs Delhi Capitals Women – Match 4, Navi Mumbai
Toss and Team Strategies
Delhi Capitals Women won the toss at the DY Patil Sports Academy and opted to field first, backing their batting depth to chase under lights. Gujarat Giants Women, however, approached the innings with attacking intent, aiming to post a total that would apply scoreboard pressure from the outset.
Powerplay Overview
Gujarat Giants dominated the opening phase, storming to 80 without loss in the first six overs. Sophie Devine’s clean striking ensured Delhi were on the back foot early.
In response, Delhi Capitals reached 47 for 1 in the powerplay, losing Shafali Verma but keeping the required rate within reach thanks to Lizelle Lee’s controlled start.
Key Turning Points
- Sophie Devine’s powerplay onslaught, which laid the foundation for a 200-plus total.
- Nandani Sharma’s five-wicket spell, pulling Gujarat back from a potentially match-winning position.
- The Lee–Wolvaardt partnership, which brought Delhi firmly back into the chase.
- Late breakthroughs by Devine and Gayakwad, halting Delhi’s momentum in the final overs.
Top Batting Performances
- Sophie Devine (GG) – 95 (42), aggressive and decisive at the top
- Ashleigh Gardner (GG) – 49 (26), vital middle-overs acceleration
- Lizelle Lee (DC) – 86 (54), anchored the chase under pressure
- Laura Wolvaardt (DC) – 77 (38), rapid scoring at the death
Best Bowling Figures
- Nandani Sharma (DC) – 5/33 (4 overs)
- Sophie Devine (GG) – 2/21 (3 overs)
- Rajeshwari Gayakwad (GG) – 2/34 (4 overs)
- Chinelle Henry (DC) – 2/43 (4 overs)
Final Result and Margin
Gujarat Giants Women won by 4 runs
Gujarat Giants: 209 all out (20 overs)
Delhi Capitals: 205/5 (20 overs)
Key Performers of the Day
| Player | Team | Performance Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Sophie Devine | Gujarat Giants Women | 95 (42) & 2/21 – Player of the Match |
| Lizelle Lee | Delhi Capitals Women | 86 (54), chase anchor |
| Laura Wolvaardt | Delhi Capitals Women | 77 (38), late acceleration |
| Nandani Sharma | Delhi Capitals Women | 5/33, standout bowling spell |
Updated Points Table – WPL 2026 (After Match 4)
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | T | N/R | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat Giants Women | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | +0.350 |
| 2 | Mumbai Indians Women | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +1.175 |
| 3 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +0.150 |
| 4 | UP Warriorz Women | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.500 |
| 5 | Delhi Capitals Women | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1.350 |
Points Table Impact
Gujarat Giants Women have emerged as the early pace-setters, registering back-to-back wins to sit alone at the top with four points. Their consistent batting output and ability to defend totals have given them a healthy early-season platform.
Mumbai Indians Women and Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women remain close behind on two points each, with strong net run rates keeping them firmly in contention. UP Warriorz Women and Delhi Capitals Women are still searching for their first wins, with Delhi particularly under pressure after consecutive defeats and a declining net run rate.
At this early stage, net run rate is already creating clear separation, and teams will be mindful that narrow losses could carry long-term consequences.
What to Watch Next
The next round of fixtures will test squad depth as teams look to build momentum or arrest early slides. Gujarat Giants will aim to maintain their winning rhythm, while Delhi Capitals face a critical phase where converting strong individual performances into results becomes essential.