Shafali Verma: Gaining Confidence Through the Women’s Premier League

Shafali Verma, the Delhi Capitals opener, recently expressed her gratitude towards the Women’s Premier League (WPL) for its role in honing her skills and aiding her in building her innings. Verma has been an integral part of the Delhi Capitals team, which showcased impressive performances by reaching the finals in both seasons of the WPL.

The WPL is recognized for providing ample opportunities for players to enhance their games through substantial match exposure. This tournament not only emphasizes talent refinement but also offers an invaluable platform for intermixing with international cricketers. Shafali has particularly appreciated these interactions, learning from experienced players on how to maintain composure both on and off the field.

Currently, the Delhi Capitals team is engaged in a pre-season camp, sharpening their strategies for the upcoming WPL season. Despite facing a setback last November when she was dropped from the ODI squad, Verma has focused on self-improvement and has been supported by her family throughout this challenging period.

In a remarkable display of skill, she emerged as the leading run-scorer in the Senior Women’s One-Day Challenger Trophy, scoring 414 runs in five matches, which included one century and three half-centuries. This achievement not only highlights her prowess but also fuels her ambition to make a robust comeback to the national team.

Looking ahead, Shafali Verma is gearing up for the WPL 2025, where the Delhi Capitals will open their campaign against the Mumbai Indians on February 15 in Vadodara. With renewed confidence and experience, Verma aims to capitalize on her WPL experience and strengthen her bid for international selection once again.