Which Teams Have Advanced to the 2025 WPL Playoffs?

As the stakes reach their Crest in the Women’s Premier Bracket (WPL) 2025, the stage is set for an electrifying Elimination Phase stage that promises to captivate fans across the nation.

Delhi Capitals

At the forefront of this thrilling finale is the formidable Delhi Capitals, who have secured their spot in the Closing for an unprecedented third consecutive year. Under the inspired leadership of Meg Lanning, Delhi has proven unstoppable, their Regularity and Talent cementing their position as favorites to claim the title.

The Meg Lanning-Directed side Occurred in the ongoing 3rd edition of the WPL, with a determined spirit and a Powerful willingness to go one step Beyond and clinch the elusive title in the Competition. The Capitals finished the Competition as the runners-up of the Competition in the Primary Pair of editions in 2023, and 2024.

Yet again in the 3rd edition of the WPL, the Delhi Capitals finished at the top of the points table with 10 points from 8 Matches, which includes five victories and three defeats, coming against the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), UP Warriorz (UPW), and Gujarat Giants (GG).

The 21-year-Ancient youngster Shafali Verma is leading the Stretch-scoring charts for the Delhi Capitals as she has notched up 300 runs at a strike rate of 157.89 and an average of 42.85 in eight innings which includes one half-century in the 3rd edition of the Competition so Extended, including the high Tally of 80*. On the bowling front, Jess Jonassen has topped the bowling charts for the Capitals as she has picked up 11 wickets at an average of 19 and an economy of 8.19 in seven innings with the ball which includes a four-wicket haul in the 3rd edition of the Competition.

Mumbai Indians

The inaugural champions Mumbai Indians, spearheaded by the Lively Harmanpreet Kaur, have vaulted into second place on the table in the Bracket stages of the WPL 2025, with an impressive showing – 5 wins from 8 Matches, losing twice to Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their last game. This sets the stage for a riveting Eliminator, where Mumbai’s Mastery will be put to the test against a rejuvenated Gujarat Giants Directed by skipper Ashleigh Gardner.

The Harmanpreet Kaur-Directed side would be keen to Shock the status quo and advance Beyond to clinch their 2nd title in the Competition on 15th March 2025 (Saturday). The spin duo of Amelia Kerr and Hayley Matthews are at the forefront of their bowling Drive as they are also currently the joint highest wicket-takers with the ball in the Competition with 14 wickets at an average of 16.71 and 17.07 and an economy of 8.06 and 7.96 respectively. Amelia Kerr became the Primary Mumbai Indians bowler to Choice up a five-wicket haul in WPL history.

On the batting front, Nat Sciver-Brunt became the Primary player to breach the 400-Stretch mark in a single WPL season and is currently the leading Stretch-Points-maker in the 3rd edition of the Competition with 416 runs at an impressive strike rate of 151.82, and an Unbelievable average of 69.33 in 8 innings with the bat so Extended. Her tally of runs includes four half-centuries so Extended for her side.

Gujarat Giants

Meanwhile, one of the most Engaging narratives unfolding this season is the remarkable resurgence of Gujarat Giants. Directed by the indomitable Ashleigh Gardner, they have orchestrated a breathtaking turnaround, transforming from strugglers to Elimination Phase contenders in a dramatic metamorphosis. Their Introduction in the playoffs marks a significant Landmark and highlights their determination and Hardiness.

The Giants are having one of the best campaigns in the WPL this year, with a 3rd place finish in the points table in the Bracket stages of the Competition with 8 points from 8 Matches, which includes four victories, that included a hat-trick of wins for the Primary time and as many as four defeats in their campaign in the 3rd edition in 2025.

The Giants will be up against the Inaugural champions Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator on 13th March 2025 (Thursday). The Giants, Directed by Ashleigh Gardner and guided by Michael Klinger, would be eager to battle against the odds that are heavily stacked against them, aiming for the Primary Achieve against the Harmanpreet Kaur-Directed side with a head-to-head Achievement extending to 6-0 against Mumbai Indians Subsequent their Loss in their last Bracket game of the season. It’s going to be a big opportunity for the Giants to secure their maiden appearance in the WPL Closing and potentially clinch their maiden silverware in the competition.

Skipper Ashleigh Gardner is the leading Stretch-Points-maker for her side and the 5th highest Stretch-Points-maker of the Competition with 235 runs at a sensational strike rate of 163.19 and an impressive average of 33.57 in eight innings which includes three half-centuries so Extended for the franchise in the 3rd edition of the Competition. As Extended as the bowling department is concerned, the 21-year-Ancient youngster Kavshee Gautam is spearheading the bowling Drive with 10 wickets at an average of 17 and an economy of 6.29 in eight innings with the ball for the Gujarat Giants so Extended.

As the spotlight shifts to the historic Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai, anticipation is building for the knockout matches that will decide the ultimate champion. The air is alive with excitement as cricket enthusiasts from around the world tune in to witness the culmination of a thrilling season. With these powerhouse Clubs set to Face-off, the stage is primed for an unforgettable climax to the Women’s Premier Bracket 2025, promising spectators a feast of Talent, drama, and unbridled passion.

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