The BCA Stadium will probably be hosting the third WPL 2026 match in a row. Before this season, the six women’s T20 games held at this venue had a median first innings rating of 156. Incidentally, all these games were won by the chasing side.
Gujarat Giants Women’s Strengths
Gujarat Giants possess a formidable batting unit with match-winners able to explosive innings. Their bowlers demonstrated discipline in early season wins, effectively restricting opposition runs. Playing at home in Vadodara provides psychological advantage. The team showed resilience winning their head-to-head clash against Warriorz earlier, establishing 4-3 dominance in T20 encounters and confidence going forward.
Gujarat Giants Women’s Weaknesses
Recent losing streak has eroded momentum and confidence despite strong season start. The team struggles maintaining consistency between batting and bowling phases, particularly under pressure. Dependency on key players creates vulnerability after they underperform. Tactical inflexibility in adapting to match situations has exposed defensive lapses, making them at risk of stronger bowling attacks in critical match moments.
UP Warriorz Women’s Strengths
UP Warriorz have demonstrated remarkable resilience after a dismal start, securing consecutive victories against Mumbai Indians. The team shows mental toughness and tactical adaptability in crucial situations. Recent wins have rejuvenated confidence and momentum heading into Match 14. Their aggressive batting approach and disciplined bowling have emerged as strengths, enabling them to challenge stronger opponents effectively.
UP Warriorz Women’s Weaknesses
Early campaign struggles highlight inconsistency and tactical inexperience at critical junctures. The team lacks depth in key positions and struggles converting dominant positions into victories. Dependence on recently found form may prove fragile against experienced opponents. Their head-to-head record shows 3-4 deficit against Giants, indicating psychological drawback and historical struggles in direct encounters with stronger teams.
GG W vs UP W Predicted Playing XIs
Gujarat Giants Women (GG W):
Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Kanika Ahuja, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwer, Completely happy Kumari, Renuka Singh Thakur
UP Warriorz Women (UP W):
Kiran Navgire, Meg Lanning (c), Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Shweta Sehrawat (wk), Chloe Tryon, Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Goud