Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants, WPL 2026, match 4: Preview, H2H stats, when and where to watch in India?
In Match 4 of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026, Delhi Capitals (DC) face Gujarat Giants (GG) at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy. This will be the second match for Jemimah Rodrigues as the captain
Last Updated: 04.31 PM, Jan 10, 2026
The action in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) will show no signs of slowing down as Delhi Capitals (DC) take on Gujarat Giants (GG) in Match 4 tonight at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy. This encounter is a crucial early-season test for both franchises, who are looking to establish their dominance following the reshuffling of squads in the 2026 mega auction. For Delhi, the goal is to finally break their "final hurdle" curse after finishing as runners-up in three consecutive seasons. For Gujarat, it is about building on the momentum of their new-look squad and proving that they belong in the upper echelon of the league.
Match details
Match: Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants, WPL 2026, match 4
Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026.
Tine: 7.30 PM IST
Venue: Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
Where can I watch the Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants, WPL 2026, match 4 online?
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Head-to-head stats
Delhi has historically held the upper hand in this fixture, though Gujarat has shown they can punch above their weight when their superstars fire.
| Metric | Details |
| Matches Played | 6 |
| Delhi Capitals Won | 4 |
| Gujarat Giants Won | 2 |
| Avg Score (DC vs GG) | 162 |
| Last Meeting | DC won by 7 wickets (2025 League Stage) |
Preview
This match features a fascinating subplot of "new beginnings." Delhi Capitals are entering their first season without the legendary Meg Lanning, with Jemimah Rodrigues taking the helm.
All eyes will be on Rodrigues to see how she balances her aggressive batting with the tactical demands of captaincy against a Gujarat side led by the shrewd Ashleigh Gardner.
Gujarat Giants, meanwhile, have prioritised all-around depth this year. With the acquisition of Sophie Devine for ₹2.00 crore and the retention of Gardner and Beth Mooney, the Giants possess one of the most balanced overseas cores in the tournament.
Pitch & conditions
The DY Patil Stadium has already seen its fair share of high-scoring thrillers this week. The pitch offers consistent bounce, which will suit the stroke-makers in both teams.
As an evening game, the dew factor is expected to be significant. The captain winning the toss will likely choose to field first, as the ball becomes progressively harder to grip for spinners in the second innings.
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Team news and possible XIs
Delhi Capitals
The Capitals suffered a blow just before the season with the withdrawal of Annabel Sutherland. However, the inclusion of Australian leg-spinner Alana King as her replacement adds a different dimension to their bowling attack. The focus remains on the explosive opening pair of Shafali Verma and Laura Wolvaardt, who are tasked with providing rapid starts.
Gujarat Giants
Gujarat will look for more consistency from their top order. Beth Mooney, coming off a stellar WBBL season, remains their batting anchor. The bowling unit is bolstered by the pace of Renuka Singh Thakur and the uncapped talent of Anushka Sharma, who was the costliest uncapped player in the recent auction (₹45 lakh).