Taking a hat-trick in T20 cricket is always special, and in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) it is even more rare. Since the league began in 2023, every season has produced at least one unforgettable hat-trick moment.
As of January 2026, a total of four hat-tricks have been recorded in WPL history. Each one came at a crucial time and had a major influence on the match.
This article gives the complete list of hat trick in WPL history, along with detailed explanations of each bowler performance and match impact.
All Hat-Tricks in WPL History (2023–2026)
| No. | Bowler | Team | Opponent | Season | Match Stage | Key Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Issy Wong | Mumbai Indians Women | UP Warriorz | 2023 | Eliminator | First-ever WPL hat-trick |
| 2 | Deepti Sharma | UP Warriorz | Delhi Capitals Women | 2024 | League match | First Indian hat-trick |
| 3 | Grace Harris | UP Warriorz | Delhi Capitals Women | 2025 | League match | Match-winning all-round show |
| 4 | Nandini Sharma | Delhi Capitals Women | Gujarat Giants Women | 2026 | League match | First uncapped 5-wicket haul |
1. Issy Wong – WPL 2023 (First Hat-Trick in History)
Team: Mumbai Indians Women
Opponent: UP Warriorz
Match: Eliminator, 2023
Issy Wong created history by taking the first-ever hat-trick in WPL. Her spell came in the eliminator, where pressure was at its highest.
She removed key UP Warriorz batters in consecutive deliveries, completely changing the game’s momentum. Her hat-trick helped MI qualify for the final, which they later won.
2. Deepti Sharma – WPL 2024 (First Indian Hat-Trick)
Team: UP Warriorz
Opponent: Delhi Capitals Women
Match: League match, 2024
Deepti Sharma became the first Indian player to take a WPL hat-trick. Her wickets included top-order batters, and one of them was former Australia captain Meg Lanning.
This was a split hat-trick (wickets across different overs), but still counted officially. UP Warriorz won the match by just 1 run, making her spell unforgettable.
3. Grace Harris – WPL 2025 (Dominating All-Round Performance)
Team: UP Warriorz
Opponent: Delhi Capitals Women
Match: League match, 2025
Grace Harris delivered a classic match-winning hat-trick in WPL 2025. Bowling with aggression, she picked up three wickets in three balls and broke Delhi’s middle order.
UP Warriorz went on to win the match comfortably by 33 runs, and Harris was the clear standout performer.
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4. Nandini Sharma – WPL 2026 (Historic 5-Wicket Haul)
Team: Delhi Capitals Women
Opponent: Gujarat Giants Women
Match: League match, 11 January 2026
Nandini Sharma– don't forget this name. You will see this name in international cricket soon. 🥶pic.twitter.com/OReQ1vSrTS
— Pratika's Poetry (@RRoyal_Reaper) January 11, 2026
Nandini Sharma produced one of the most dramatic spells in WPL history. In the final over, she took four wickets, including a hat-trick, and finished with 5 wickets for 33 runs.
She became:
- First uncapped player to take a 5-wicket haul in WPL
- First Indian fast bowler to achieve this feat
Although Delhi Capitals narrowly lost the match, her performance stole the spotlight.
Also see: WPL Commentators 2026
Key Records and Trends (Up to Jan 2026)
| Record | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total WPL Hat-Tricks | 4 |
| Seasons with Hat-Tricks | Every season (2023–2026) |
| Indian Players with Hat-Tricks | Deepti Sharma, Nandini Sharma |
| Teams with Most Hat-Tricks | UP Warriorz (2) |
| Repeat Hat-Tricks by One Player | None yet |
The list of hat trick in WPL history may be short, but every entry is packed with drama and impact. From Issy Wong’s historic first effort to Nandini Sharma’s stunning 5-wicket haul, these moments show how WPL continues to grow in quality and excitement.
