Young spinner Shree Charani played a crucial role in securing a spot for Delhi Capitals in the Women’s Premier League 2026 play-offs after they defeated UP Warriorz on February 1 in Vadodara.
Charani reflected on the team’s approach and said, “I think everyone was clear about their duties and we were quite relaxed. There was nothing extra to worry about. I even spoke to Laura Wolvaardt and she said, ‘Let us treat this like a simple match and not think of it as a qualification game.’ I think everyone had the same thought process, and that helped us stay calm.”
The left-arm spinner picked up two crucial wickets, which helped DC restrict UP Warriorz to just 122 runs. In reply, DC chased down the total in 18.4 overs with five wickets in hand.
Charani also opened up about her own growth with the Capitals this season. “I feel I have a bit more exposure now compared to last season. I can understand my game better and also communicate more clearly with the captain about how I am feeling and what I can do better. That confidence has come with playing more matches at this level,” she said.
DC will meet Gujarat Giants in the Eliminator on February 3 in Vadodara. Charani shared her excitement for the match and said, “We are eager to play against them again. The matches against them have been very close, so for us it is about sticking to our strengths and doing the basics right.”
The winner of the Eliminator will meet Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the final on February 5 in Vadodara.
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