WPL 2026 Overview
The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 is set to start from January 9, 2026, and will run until February 5, 2026. This year, the tournament promises exciting matches, featuring top teams and players.
Schedule Highlights
The opening match will see the Mumbai Indians take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. As the defending champions, MI will face a tough challenge against RCB, the 2024 champions.
Match Schedule
A total of 22 matches will be played across two venues:
| Match No. | Date | Teams | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|
| 1 | January 9 | Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy | 7:30 PM |
| 2 | January 10 | Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy | 3:30 PM |
| 3 | January 10 | Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy | 7:30 PM |
| 4 | January 11 | Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy | 7:30 PM |
Venue Details
Matches will be hosted mainly at two pivotal venues:
- Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
- BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
The first half will have matches primarily at Navi Mumbai before shifting to Vadodara for the Eliminator on February 3 and the final on February 5.
Team Captains and Squads
Leadership will play a crucial role in the success of the teams:
Mumbai Indians
Captained by Harmanpreet Kaur with a robust lineup including Hayley Matthews and Nat Sciver-Brunt.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Smriti Mandhana leads RCB, aiming for a strong comeback this season.
New Captains
Several teams are introducing new leadership this season:
- Delhi Capitals - Jemimah Rodrigues
- UP Warriorz - Meg Lanning
- Gujarat Giants - Ashleigh Gardner
Live Streaming Information
WPL 2026 will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network, and you can stream it on the JioHotstar app and website. The action kicks off with the inaugural match on January 9, with live telecast starting at 6:00 PM IST.
Conclusion
WPL 2026 promises thrill and excitement as top teams collide on the field. Stay tuned for fast updates and match highlights throughout the tournament!