MI vs DC, WPL 2024 Match No.1: Women’s Premier League (WPL 2024) is poised to kick off on February 23 (Friday) with an electrifying rematch between reigning champions Mumbai Indians (MI) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Brace yourselves for an enthralling spectacle as 22 matches unfold across two venues this season.
Under the guidance of coach Charlotte Edwards and mentor Jhulan Goswami, Mumbai Indians have hit the ground running with their training sessions already underway. The defending champions are leaving no stone unturned in their preparations, with players gradually trickling into the camp.
In a bid to fortify their already formidable squad, Mumbai Indians have bolstered their ranks with the inclusion of South African pace sensation, Shabnim Ismail. Ismail adds another dimension to the team’s bowling arsenal, complementing the English quick, Iss Wong, and further strengthening their pace attack.
The anticipation is palpable as cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the commencement of WPL 2024, bracing themselves for a rollercoaster ride of thrilling encounters and riveting performances. With Mumbai Indians setting the tone with their rigorous training regime and strategic acquisitions, expectations are soaring high for yet another exhilarating season of women’s cricket.
WPL 2024 Match No.1: Details
Teams: Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals
Date: February 23
Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
Time: 7:30 (IST)
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium: Pitch Report
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium, often deemed a batting haven, poses a daunting challenge for bowlers, resembling a graveyard for their aspirations. The ball soars through the air at this venue, leaving bowlers with an incredibly slender margin for error. Batter are anticipated to relish the conditions, while bowlers must exhibit precision in their line and length to salvage any semblance of pride. It’s a battleground where only the most accurate and disciplined bowling can contend with the unforgiving dynamics of this renowned stadium.
MI vs DC, WPL 2024: Full Squad
Mumbai Indians Women’s Squad: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Amanjot Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Chloe Tryon, Hayley Matthews, Humairaa Kaazi, Isabelle Wong, Jintimani Kalita, Natalie Sciver, Pooja Vastrakar, Priyanka Bala, Saika Ishaque, Yastika Bhatia, Shabnim Ismail, S Sajana, Amandeep Kaur, Fatima Jaffer, Keerthana Balakrishnan
Delhi Capitals Women’s Squad: Meg Lanning (c), Alice Capsey, Arundhati Reddy, Jemimah Rodrigues, Jess Jonassen, Laura Harris, Marizanne Kapp, Minnu Mani, Poonam Yadav, Radha Yadav, Shafali Verma, Shikha Pandey, Sneha Deepthi, Taniyaa Bhatia, Titas Sadhu, Annabel Sutherland, Aparna Mondal, Ashwani Kumari
MI vs DC, WPL 2024 Match No.1: Predicted XI
Mumbai Indians Playing XI (Predicted): Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Amanjot Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Hayley Matthews, Isabelle Wong, Natalie Sciver, Saika Ishaque, Yastika Bhatia, Priyanka Bala, Shabnim Ismail, S Sajana
Delhi Capitals Playing XI (Predicted): Meg Lanning (c), Alice Capsey, Arundhati Reddy, Jemimah Rodrigues, Jess Jonassen, Laura Harris, Marizanne Kapp, Poonam Yadav, Radha Yadav, Shafali Verma, Annabel Sutherland
FAQS
Q. Where can I watch the WPL 2024 in India?
A. Live streaming of the WPL 2024 auction will be available on Jio Cinema.
Q. Who won the WPL 2023 season?
A. In the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2023 final, held at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai, the Mumbai Indians won against the Delhi Capitals by seven wickets.
Also read: Mumbai Indians Women: most runs and Highest Wickets in WPL
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