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Delhi Capitals Sign Replacements for Injured Duo Ahead of Crucial WPL Clash

Delhi Capitals have announced Pragati Singh and E Srujana as replacements for the injured Deeya Yadav and Mamatha Madiwala for the remainder of the WPL 2026 season. The team faces a critical match against the unbeaten Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Saturday to keep their playoff hopes alive. RCB, led by Smriti Mandhana, has won all five of its matches and has already secured a playoff spot. In their previous encounter this season, RCB emerged victorious thanks to a brilliant 96 from Mandhana.

Key Points: WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals Announce Player Replacements

  • DC signs replacements for injured players
  • Crucial match vs unbeaten RCB Saturday
  • RCB top table with 5 wins
  • DC's playoff hopes on the line
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WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals announce replacements for Deeya Yadav, Mamatha Madiwala

Delhi Capitals sign Pragati Singh and E Srujana as replacements for injured players ahead of their critical WPL 2026 match against RCB.

"Delhi Capitals (DC) picked Pragati Singh and Eddla Srujana as replacements for Deeya Yadav and Mamatha Madiwala - WPL"

Vadodara, Jan 23

Delhi Capitals on Friday announced Pragati Singh and E Srujana as replacements for injured players Deeya Yadav and Mamatha Madiwala for the remainder of the Women's Premier League 2026 season. Pragati Singh and E. Srujana have been signed as their respective replacements for a base price of Rs 10 lakh.

"Delhi Capitals (DC) picked Pragati Singh and Eddla Srujana as replacements for Deeya Yadav and Mamatha Madiwala for the remainder of the TATA Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026," WPL announced on Friday.

Pragati Singh is an all-rounder who has represented Punjab Women, India 'B' Women Under-19, and India 'E' Women teams so far in her career. Srujana has been part of the Delhi Capitals setup as a net bowler and has now been signed as a replacement player for the remainder of WPL 2026.

The 16-year-old Deeya Yadav made her Women's Premier League (WPL) debut against the Mumbai Indians in Vadodara, becoming the youngest player to feature in WPL 2026.

Delhi Capitals have a crucial match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the WPL on Saturday in Vadodara. Delhi, currently in fourth place with two wins out of five matches, need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. RCB, in contrast, enter the match in strong form. They have won all five of their matches and comfortably sit at the top of the standings, already securing a playoff spot.

In head-to-head matches, Delhi Capitals have a slight advantage over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), winning five times to RCB's three. However, RCB was victorious in their earlier match this season in Navi Mumbai. Smriti Mandhana's team won by eight wickets. Mandhana played a remarkable inning, scoring 96 runs off 61 balls, helping RCB chase down 166 easily. Shafali Verma was the standout player for Delhi, hitting 62 runs off 34 balls in that game.

Delhi Capitals squad: Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Shafali Verma, Marzianne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Laura Wolvaardt, Chinelle Henry, Shree Charani, Sneh Rana, Lizelle Lee, Pragati Singh, E. Srujana, Taniyaa Bhatia, Nandni Sharma, Lucy Hamilton, Minnu Mani, Alana King.

- IANS

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Sarah B
It's a shame about the injuries, especially for young Deeya Yadav. Wishing both injured players a speedy recovery. Pragati is a solid all-rounder, but replacing an impact player mid-season is always tough. The match against RCB will be a real test of the squad's depth.
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Priya S
Srujana being promoted from net bowler is such a heartwarming story! 🥳 This is what the WPL is about - creating pathways. But honestly, the team looks a bit shaky. RCB is on fire this season. Mandhana vs our bowling... I'm nervous!
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Rohit P
With due respect, the team management's strategy seems reactive. We lost to RCB badly last time. Just bringing in replacements isn't enough; we need a better game plan against Smriti. Our middle order needs to step up. Jemi needs to lead from the front tomorrow.
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Kavya N
All the best to the new players! The future of women's cricket in India looks bright with so many young talents getting exposure. Let's go, Capitals! We believe you can beat RCB. #DCAllTheWay
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Michael C
Interesting move. Pragati Singh's domestic record is decent. The key will be how quickly she adapts to the WPL pressure. RCB is the team to beat this year, no doubt. Should be a cracking match in Vadodara.

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