Lizelle Lee produced a moment of pure class behind the stumps during the Delhi Capitals Women’s clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women in the Women’s Premier League 2026, reminding fans why fielding brilliance can be just as compelling as batting and bowling. The South African keeper’s sharp thinking and quick reflexes resulted in a stunning dismissal that became one of the defining highlights of Delhi’s victory.
Lee’s blinder to dismiss Radha Yadav
In the 17th over, bowled by Chinelle Henry, RCB’s Radha Yadav attempted an upper-cut off a slower bouncer, hoping to free her arms and relieve pressure. The shot did not come off cleanly, and the thick outside edge flew toward the keeper’s line. Instead of a routine catch, Lee executed something exceptional. Standing up to the stumps to a pacer, she moved swiftly into perfect position and, with lightning reflexes, took a stunning catch to dismiss Radha for 18 off 17 balls. The effort instantly went viral on social platforms as a textbook display of anticipation and athleticism behind the wickets.
A dominant display from Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals Women’s win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women was emphatic from start to finish. RCB were bowled out for a modest total of 109 all out at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara, their lowest score this season. Early contributions from DC bowlers, including Chinelle Henry, helped dismantle the RCB batting line-up.
In response, Delhi Capitals chased the target with composure. Jemimah Rodrigues and Laura Wolvaardt led the charge in an expressive innings that ensured DC completed the chase comfortably, securing a crucial win that boosts their hopes of staying in the WPL playoff race.
Lee’s contribution & overall match impact
While Lee’s role as wicket-keeper batter is often highlighted for her hard hits and scoring potential, her performance in the field against RCB showcased another dimension of her game. Taking a sharp catch off a thick edge requires more than glovework; it demands anticipation, balance and split-second decision-making. In conditions that favoured disciplined bowling and tight fielding, her effort proved timely and game-changing.
For Delhi Capitals, the win was important in a season where they have shown glimpses of resurgence but battled for consistency. At the time of this match, DC had a mixed record, with some standout batting performances from Lee and Wolvaardt earlier in the campaign but also leaking runs in the powerplay at times.
Things get spicy in WPL 2026
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women entered the match with a possibility to seal their spot in finals with 5 wins in 5 matches, including a comprehensive victory over DC in a previous meeting. That history added spice to this clash, making DC’s triumph, anchored by brilliant fielding moments like Lee’s catch, especially significant.
As the tournament unfolds, displays such as Lee’s blinder are reminders of how one moment, born of exceptional skill and focus, can shift momentum and define important results in a tightly contested league as DC now climbs to 2nd spot on the table.
