The Women’s Premier League 2026 is set to deliver its biggest and most competitive season so far. The fourth edition of the tournament will run from January 9 to February 5, 2026, featuring 22 T20 matches, top international stars, strong Indian talent, and packed stadiums across Navi Mumbai and Vadodara.
With a revised January–February window, a weekday final, and reshaped squads after the mega auction, WPL 2026 marks an important step forward for women’s cricket in India.
WPL 2026 Tournament Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Women’s Premier League 2026 |
| Season | 4th edition |
| Dates | January 9 – February 5, 2026 |
| Matches | 22 |
| Teams | 5 |
| Venues | Navi Mumbai, Vadodara |
| Format | Double round-robin + Playoffs |
WPL 2026 Teams & Captains
Below is the official and complete table of all WPL 2026 teams and their captains
| No. | Team Name | Short Name | Captain |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mumbai Indians Women | MI-W | Harmanpreet Kaur |
| 2 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women | RCB-W | Smriti Mandhana |
| 3 | Delhi Capitals Women | DC-W | Jemimah Rodrigues |
| 4 | UP Warriorz Women | UPW-W | Deepti Sharma |
| 5 | Gujarat Giants Women | GG-W | Ashleigh Gardner |
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WPL 2026 Full Match Schedule (All 22 Matches)
PL 2026 full match schedule and full squads of all five teams, including League Stage, Eliminator & Final
| Match No. | Date | Day | Time (IST) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 9 | Fri | 7:30 PM | MI vs RCB | DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai |
| 2 | Jan 10 | Sat | 3:30 PM | GG vs UPW | DY Patil Stadium |
| 3 | Jan 10 | Sat | 7:30 PM | MI vs DC | DY Patil Stadium |
| 4 | Jan 11 | Sun | 7:30 PM | DC vs GG | DY Patil Stadium |
| 5 | Jan 12 | Mon | 7:30 PM | RCB vs UPW | DY Patil Stadium |
| 6 | Jan 13 | Tue | 7:30 PM | MI vs GG | DY Patil Stadium |
| 7 | Jan 14 | Wed | 7:30 PM | DC vs UPW | DY Patil Stadium |
| 8 | Jan 15 | Thu | 7:30 PM | MI vs UPW | DY Patil Stadium |
| 9 | Jan 16 | Fri | 7:30 PM | GG vs RCB | DY Patil Stadium |
| 10 | Jan 17 | Sat | 3:30 PM | MI vs UPW | DY Patil Stadium |
| 11 | Jan 17 | Sat | 7:30 PM | DC vs RCB | DY Patil Stadium |
| 12 | Jan 19 | Mon | 7:30 PM | GG vs RCB | Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara |
| 13 | Jan 20 | Tue | 7:30 PM | DC vs MI | Kotambi Stadium |
| 14 | Jan 22 | Thu | 7:30 PM | GG vs UPW | Kotambi Stadium |
| 15 | Jan 24 | Sat | 7:30 PM | DC vs RCB | Kotambi Stadium |
| 16 | Jan 26 | Mon | 7:30 PM | MI vs RCB | Kotambi Stadium |
| 17 | Jan 27 | Tue | 7:30 PM | GG vs DC | Kotambi Stadium |
| 18 | Jan 29 | Thu | 7:30 PM | RCB vs UPW | Kotambi Stadium |
| 19 | Jan 30 | Fri | 7:30 PM | GG vs MI | Kotambi Stadium |
| 20 | Feb 1 | Sun | 7:30 PM | DC vs UPW | Kotambi Stadium |
| 21 | Feb 3 | Tue | 7:30 PM | Eliminator | Kotambi Stadium |
| 22 | Feb 5 | Thu | 7:30 PM | Final | Kotambi Stadium |
WPL 2026 Team Squads of All Teams
1. Mumbai Indians Women Squad – WPL 2026
A star-studded squad featuring Harmanpreet Kaur, Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr, Nat Sciver-Brunt, and Shabnim Ismail. The team remains one of the strongest all-round units in the league.
Batters / Wicketkeepers
- Gunalan Kamalini
- Poonam Khemnar
- Hayley Matthews
- Rahila Firdous †
All-Rounders
- Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain)
- Milly Illingworth
- Amanjot Kaur
- Amelia Kerr
- Nat Sciver-Brunt
- Sajeevan Sajana
Bowlers
- Nicola Carey
- Sanskriti Gupta
- Saika Ishaque
- Shabnim Ismail
- Kranthi Reddy
- Triveni Vasistha
2. Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Squad – WPL 2026
Led by Smriti Mandhana, RCB Women rely on a balanced mix of experience and youth with players like Richa Ghosh, Grace Harris, Shreyanka Patil, and Radha Yadav.
Batters / Wicketkeepers
- Smriti Mandhana (Captain)
- Richa Ghosh †
- Dayalan Hemalatha
- Georgia Voll
All-Rounders
- Nadine de Klerk
- Grace Harris
- Gautami Naik
- Shreyanka Patil
- Sayali Satghare
- Ellyse Perry (Withdrawn)
Bowlers
- Lauren Bell
- Prema Rawat
- Arundhati Reddy
- Linsey Smith
- Pooja Vastrakar
- Radha Yadav
- Kumar Prathyoosha
3. Delhi Capitals Women Squad – WPL 2026
A powerful batting lineup led by Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, and Marizanne Kapp. Delhi continue their push for a maiden title after multiple runner-up finishes.
Batters / Wicketkeepers
- Jemimah Rodrigues (Captain)
- Taniya Bhatia †
- Deeya Yadav
- Chinelle Henry
- Lizelle Lee
- Madiwala Mamatha †
- Niki Prasad
- Shafali Verma
- Laura Wolvaardt
All-Rounders
- Lucy Hamilton
- Marizanne Kapp
- Alana King
- Sneh Rana
- Annabel Sutherland (Withdrawn)
Bowlers
- Minnu Mani
- Shree Charani
- Nandani Sharma
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4. UP Warriorz Women Squad – WPL 2026
Captained by Deepti Sharma, UP Warriorz feature Meg Lanning, Sophie Ecclestone, Deandra Dottin, and Chloe Tryon, making them one of the most balanced sides in the competition.
Batters / Wicketkeepers
- Harleen Deol
- Shipra Giri †
- Meg Lanning
- Phoebe Litchfield
- Kiran Navgire
- Pratika Rawal
- Simran Shaikh
- Gongadi Trisha
All-Rounders
- Deepti Sharma (Captain)
- Deandra Dottin
- Charli Knott
- Shikha Pandey
- Shweta Sehrawat
- Asha Sobhana
- Chloe Tryon
Bowlers
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Kranti Goud
- Suman L Meena
- Tara Norris (Withdrawn)
5. Gujarat Giants Women Squad – WPL 2026
With a refreshed squad after the auction, Gujarat Giants aim to break into the playoffs with improved depth and combinations.
Batters / Wicketkeepers
- Yastika Bhatia
- Bharti Fulmali
- Beth Mooney
- Shivani Singh
- Danni Wyatt-Hodge
All-Rounders
- Ashleigh Gardner (Captain)
- Kanika Ahuja
- Sophie Devine
- Kim Garth
- Anushka Sharma
Bowlers
- Kashvee Gautam
- Rajeshwari Gayakwad
- Tanuja Kanwar
- Renuka Singh
- Titas Sadhu
- Georgia Wareham
- Happy Kumari
- Ayushi Soni
WPL 2026 Venues and Match Locations
Navi Mumbai – Opening Phase
The tournament begins at DY Patil Stadium, which will host the first 11 matches from January 9 to January 17. The venue will also stage afternoon double-headers on select days.
Vadodara – Playoff Phase
The action then shifts to Kotambi Stadium, where the remaining league matches, the Eliminator, and the Final will be played.
- Eliminator: February 3
- Final: February 5 (Thursday)
WPL 2026 Match Format
The league follows a double round-robin format, where each team plays the other teams twice.
Qualification Rules
- Top team: Direct entry to the Final
- 2nd vs 3rd: Eliminator match
- Eliminator winner: Advances to the Final
This format ensures high-stakes matches throughout the league stage.
WPL 2026 Opening Match and Key Fixtures
Season Opener
- Match: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Date: January 9, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
The opening clash features two of the most successful franchises and sets the tone for the season.
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Live Streaming and TV Broadcast Details
Fans can watch every moment of WPL 2026 across digital and television platforms.
Where to Watch
- Live Streaming: JioCinema (App & Website)
- TV Telecast: Star Sports Network
Matches will be available with multiple language options, ensuring wide reach across India.
Conclusion
WPL 2026 promises top-quality cricket, competitive teams, and a packed schedule across two major venues. With world-class players, strong leadership, and growing fan support, the league continues to strengthen its position as one of the most exciting women’s T20 tournaments in the world.
FAQs
When does WPL 2026 start and end?
WPL 2026 starts on January 9 and ends with the final on February 5, 2026.
How many teams are playing in WPL 2026?
Five teams are participating in the tournament.
Where will the WPL 2026 final be played?
The final will be played at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara.
How can fans watch WPL 2026 live?
Matches will be streamed live on JioCinema and telecast on Star Sports channels.
