Delhi Warriors (DW) will take on Dubai Royals (DR) in the curtain-raiser of the WLP T20 League 2026 at the 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium in Goa on Monday, January 26. The Warriors will be led by former India spinner Harbhajan Singh and boast a well-rounded squad. Openers Chadwick Walton and Chirag Gandhi provide early impetus, while Colin Ingram anchors the middle order. With experienced finishers like Irfan Pathan and Isuru Udana, Delhi appear well-equipped in both departments.

Dubai Royals, meanwhile, enter the tournament under the leadership of Shikhar Dhawan, bringing a strong blend of experience and flair. Their batting lineup features proven names such as Ambati Rayudu and Yusuf Pathan, capable of dominating attacks on their day. The Royals’ bowling unit also looks balanced, with enough variety and depth to challenge opposition batters. With several seasoned campaigners on both sides, the opening clash promises an entertaining start to the league.

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Delhi Warriors (DW)

Harbhajan Singh (c), Irfan Pathan, Imran Tahir, Colin Ingram, Isuru Udana, Shahbaz Nadeem, Shreevats Goswami, Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Chadwick Walton, Rahul Shukla, Chirag Gandhi

Dubai Royals (DR)

Shikhar Dhawan (c), Gitansh Khera (wk), Fidel Edwards, Ambati Rayudu, Yusuf Pathan, Samit Patel, Abhishek Raut, Kirk Edwards, Parvez Rasool, Monu Kumar, Piyush Chawla