One of the most intense rivalries in the WPL is between the Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals, the two most consistent teams of the WPL. While the Delhi Capitals are the only side to reach the WPL final three times (2023, 2024, 2025), the Mumbai Indians have performed on big occasions, lifting the WPL trophy twice.
Both teams are filled with match-winners. MI feature Harmanpreet Kaur, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amelia Kerr, and Hayley Matthews, while DC rely on Shafali Verma, Meg Lanning, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Marizanne Kapp. Across three seasons, MI and DC have faced each other 8 times. Let’s take a look at who has the upper hand in this blog.
DC Women vs MI Women Match Updates For 2026
| Date | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 10 Jan, 2026 | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| Tuesday 20 Jan, 2026 | BCA Stadium Kotambi, Vadodara | 7:30 PM |
Tickets for these events will be available on BookMyShow, and Star Sports Network will live-broadcast these along with live streaming on Jio-Hotstar.
MI-W vs DC-W Head-to-Head
Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals have faced each other 8 times across three WPL seasons, with both teams winning 4 matches each. However, the Mumbai Indians’ wins include both encounters in the finals, which highlights their ability to step up in pressure situations and gives them a slight edge over the Delhi Capitals.
| Stastics | Numbers |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 8 |
| Mumbai Indians won | 4 |
| Delhi Capitals won | 4 |
Match Results
These two teams have faced each other eight times across five different venues. Here are the results for it.
| Date | Winner | Won by | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 March 2023 | MI-W | Won by 8 wickets | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| 18 March 2023 | DC-W | Won by 9 wickets | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| 26 March 2023, Final | MI-W | Won by 7 wickets | Barbourne Stadium, Mumbai |
| 23 February 2024 | MI-W | Won by 4 wickets | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 5 March 2024 | DC-W | Won by 29 runs | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 15 February 2025 | DC-W | Won by 2 wickets | BCA Stadium Kotambi, Vadodara |
| 28 February 2025 | DC-W | Won by 9 wickets | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 15 March 2025, Final | MI-W | Won by 8 Runs | Barbourne Stadium, Mumbai |
MI-W vs DC-W Overall Records
Highest Total
- DC-W: 192/4
- MI-W: 173/6
Lowest Total
- DC-W: 105/10
- MI-W: 109/8
Highest Individual Score
- Harmanpreet Kaur MI-W: 95
- Shafali Verma DC-W: 84
Best Bowling Figures
- Hayley Mathews MI-W: 3/5
- Minnu Mani: 3/17
Memorable Moments and Key Highlights
- Thrilling last-ball win for DC-W: In WPL 2025, Delhi Capitals chased down 165/8 to beat MI-W by 2 wickets in a last-ball thriller, with Shafali Verma’s explosive 43 off 18 setting the tone in a dramatic chase.
- DC-W big chase and dominance: In another 2025 league game at Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals chased 124/1 vs 123/9, winning by 9 wickets emphatically
- MI-W successful title defence in WPL Final (2025): Mumbai Indians Women won the 2025 WPL final by 8 runs at Brabourne Stadium, defending 149/7 and ending Delhi’s title hopes.
- High-scoring encounter in 2024: Delhi posted 192/4 to beat MI-W by 29 runs, showcasing batting firepower in the rivalry.
- MI-W early win in 2024: Mumbai chased 173/6 to beat DC-W by 4 wickets, with key contributions from both batters and bowlers under pressure.
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Conclusion
The MI-W vs DC-W rivalry in the WPL has been perfectly balanced, with both teams winning 4 matches each in 8 head-to-head games. However, the Mumbai Indians Women hold the edge in the big moments, having beaten the Delhi Capitals Women in both WPL finals, underlining their ability to deliver under pressure and making this one of the most intense and high-quality rivalries in the league.
