As WPL 2025 approaches, the excitement surrounding team formation and player retention is at its peak. Among these teams, Delhi Capitals (DC), runners-up in the previous two WPL seasons, are gearing up to finalize the players to be retained and released before November 7, 2024. A crucial gap as Delhi aim to maintain their status as one of the league’s top contenders.
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Possible Retentions for Delhi Capitals Women:
Indian players: Jemima Rodriguez, Shafali Verma, Radha Yadav, Shikha Pandey, Tania Bhatia, Arundhati Reddy, Minnu Mani, Poonam Yadav, Titas Sadhu
Overseas players: Meg Lanning, Marissan Cap, Alice Capsey, Jesse Jonathan, Annabelle Sutherland
Players likely to be released by Delhi Capitals Women’s team:
Laura Harris
Aparna Mondal
Ashwani Kumari
A look back at Delhi Capitals’ solid performance
Delhi Capitals have proven to be a formidable force in the WPL with two consecutive finals appearances. Despite narrowly missing out on the trophy twice, the team’s impressive consistency highlights the team’s depth and resilience. DC’s squad is an effective blend of young Indian talent and experienced overseas stars, with a balanced core that they will look to retain while polishing the areas that need strengthening.
India core strength: Delhi Capitals’ retention strategy is likely to revolve around its solid Indian squad. Players like Jemima Rodriguez and Shafali Verma have played important roles, bringing agility and firepower to the batting order. Radha Yadav and Shikha Pandey delivered the ball consistently, providing stability and adaptability in high-stakes matches. Crafty leg-spinner Poonam Yadav is also a valuable asset on a spin-friendly pitch. Overseas stars: The Capitals’ foreign players are crucial to their success. Known for her leadership and batting prowess, Meg Lanning has emerged as the natural choice for captaincy. Marissan Kapp, Alice Kapusi and Jesse Jonathan are likely to be retained as their all-round contribution strengthens the batting and bowling departments. Each of these players has consistently shown the ability to turn games on their head with impactful performances, making them integral assets to DC.
