The second-last match of the WPL 2026 season promises to be a thriller as Gujarat Giants (GG) take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Eliminator. The match will be played at 7:30 PM IST on February 3, 2026, at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara.
Delhi Capitals booked their place in the playoffs after defeating UP Warriorz in their final league match on February 1, winning by 5 wickets with 8 balls to spare. DC were clinical with the ball, restricting UPW to just 122 before chasing the target comfortably.
Meanwhile, Gujarat Giants qualified in dramatic fashion after beating the defending champions Mumbai Indians by 11 runs in a thrilling contest. In an unusual move, Captain Ashleigh Gardner chose to bat first after winning the toss, making GG the first team in 41 WPL matches to opt to bat first and successfully defend a total. The win was also historic, as it was Gujarat’s first-ever victory over the Mumbai Indians in WPL history, ending an eight-match losing streak.
After suffering eight consecutive defeats to MI prior to that match, the Giants posted a competitive 167/4, powered by a crucial 71-run partnership between Gardner (46) and Georgia Wareham (44). Their bowlers then held their nerve against a fighting 82 from Harmanpreet Kaur, sealing an 11-run victory to secure their spot in the Eliminator.
Having recovered strongly from an early three-match losing streak this season, GG finished second in the standings with 10 points.
GG vs DC in WPL 2026 league stage
Gujarat Giants and Delhi Capitals faced each other twice in the league stage this season and GG won both matches.
Match 1: GG won by 4 runs
Match 2: GG won by 3 runs
Sophie Devine played a major role in both victories. She was the Player of the Match in the first encounter and also picked up a crucial four-wicket haul in the second match.
The winner of the Eliminator will face table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), who have already secured direct qualification for the final, in the WPL 2026 Final on February 5, 2026.
Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals, WPL 2026: Head-to-Head
Total matches: 8
Gujarat Giants wins: 4
Delhi Capitals wins: 4
GG vs DC, WPL Eliminator: Match Details
Fixture: Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals (Eliminator)
Date: February 3, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST)
Venue: BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
GG vs DC, WPL Eliminator: Live Streaming Details
Where to watch the DC vs GG WPL Eliminator live in India?
Fans can watch the DC vs GG match live on TV via the Star Sports Network, while live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar app and website in India.
What is the toss time for the DC vs GG matchup?
The toss will take place at 7:00 PM IST, with the match starting at 7:30 PM IST.
GG vs DC, WPL Eliminator: Probable Playing XI
Gujarat Giants are likely to field Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Kanika Ahuja, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwer, Renuka Singh Thakur and Rajeshwari Gayakwad.
Delhi Capitals are expected to go with Shafali Verma, Lizelle Lee (wk), Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry, Niki Prasad, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani and Nandini Sharma.