As the Women’s Premier League (WPL) gears up for the 2024 edition, all eyes are set on Delhi Capitals, a team that showcased an exceptional performance last season only to fall short of clinching the title. Finishing as the runner-ups, the Capitals demonstrated their skill, determination and a promise of returning stronger. With a blend of seasoned campaigners and emerging talents, the team is poised to impact the upcoming tournament significantly.
Delhi Capitals’ squad composure
The Capitals squad, led by the astute Meg Lanning, is a formidable force in the WPL landscape. The team boasts a mix of explosive batters, resilient all-rounders and cunning bowlers. Key players like Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma bring their expertise and flair to the batting lineup, ensuring the team has the firepower to take on any challenge. The recent acquisition of Annabel Sutherland in this year’s auction has further bolstered the team’s composition.
Potential best XI of Delhi Capitals’ for WPL 2024
1. Meg Lanning (c): With 345 runs in 9 matches during WPL 2023, Lanning’s leadership and batting prowess are pivotal for the Capitals. Her experience and calm demeanour at the top will set the tone for the innings.
2. Shafali Verma: An aggressive batter and a key player for the side, Verma amassed 252 runs in 9 matches last season. Her ability to dominate bowlers from the get-go makes her an invaluable asset.
3. Jemimah Rodrigues: Rodrigues will anchor the side’s middle-order batting. Her technique, composure under pressure, and recent stints with the national side show her caliber to stabilize or accelerate the innings as required.
4. Alice Capsey: The young English all-rounder contributed 159 runs and took four wickets in 8 matches in WPL 2023. Her role was instrumental in the Capitals’ campaign last season. Capsey’s versatility makes her a critical component of the team’s strategy.
5. Annabel Sutherland: Fresh off her stellar double century in Test cricket against South Africa, Sutherland’s all-round capabilities will be crucial for the Capitals. Her bowling, coupled with explosive batting, provides the team with depth.
6. Aparna Mondal: A well-known name in the Indian domestic circuit, Mondal’s resilience makes her a vital cog in the Capitals’ lineup. It would be exciting to watch how he moulds herself in order to be fit in Capitals’ squad dynamics.
7. Sneha Deepthi: With ample experience in Indian cricket, Deepthi’s eagerness to showcase her talent will be something to watch out for in WPL 2024.
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8. Tania Bhatia (WK): Despite a dismal WPL 2023, Bhatia’s skills behind the stumps are undisputed. Her wicket-keeping will be crucial for the Capitals if they look forward to going higher in this year’s league.
9. Jess Jonassen: The juggernaut Aussie cricketer is a dynamic spinner who took nine wickets in 9 games last season. Her ability to control the flow of runs and take crucial wickets is unmatched.
10. Radha Yadav: With 68 wickets in 67 T20I games, Yadav’s spin bowling adds depth to the Capitals’ attack, making her a key player in the squad.
11. Shikha Pandey: An experienced Indian seamer, Pandey will lead the pace charge for the Capitals. Her ability to swing the ball and bowl in the death overs will be essential for the team’s success.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
