Overview
- Chopra predicts Delhi Capitals to finally lift the title after three straight runner-up finishes under new captain Jemimah Rodrigues.
- He forecasts Smriti Mandhana to top the run charts, naming Shafali Verma as a strong Orange Cap challenger.
- He projects Deepti Sharma to complete a Player of the Tournament 'hat-trick' based on her current form.
- He identifies young spinner Shree Charani as his Emerging Player choice, citing her standout World Cup displays.
- For the Jan 9 opener at DY Patil Stadium, he picks Mumbai Indians to beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru.