The Women’s Premier League 2026 is all set to kick off on January 9, marking the fourth edition of India’s premier women’s T20 competition. After India’s historic Women’s ODI World Cup triumph last year, expectations are sky-high as fans eagerly await another thrilling season of the WPL. With revamped squads, fresh leadership combinations, and a compact yet competitive schedule, WPL 2026 promises intense cricket from start to finish.
The tournament will run until February 5, with matches hosted across two venues in India. Five franchises will battle it out for the title, aiming to build on the growing popularity and success of women’s cricket in the country.
Participating Teams in WPL 2026
The following five teams will compete in the Women’s Premier League 2026:
- Mumbai Indians
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Delhi Capitals
- UP Warriorz
- Gujarat Giants
Each franchise has strengthened its roster during the WPL 2026 mega auction, adding a blend of international stars and emerging Indian talent.
Venues for WPL 2026 Matches
All matches in WPL 2026 will be played at two iconic Indian venues:
- DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
- BCA Stadium, Vadodara
The league phase will begin in Navi Mumbai before shifting to Vadodara for the latter half, including the playoffs and final.
Match Timings for WPL 2026
Fans can catch the action at the following times (IST):
- Afternoon matches: 03:30 PM
- Evening matches: 07:30 PM
Captains of WPL 2026 Teams
Leadership will once again play a key role in shaping team fortunes this season:
- Mumbai Indians – Harmanpreet Kaur
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Smriti Mandhana
- Delhi Capitals – Jemimah Rodrigues
- UP Warriorz – Meg Lanning
- Gujarat Giants – Ashleigh Gardner
Full Squads for WPL 2026
Mumbai Indians
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr, Shabnim Ismail, Saika Ishaque, Sajana Sajeevan, Amanjot Kaur, Nicola Carey, Milly Illingworth, and others.
Delhi Capitals
Jemimah Rodrigues (C), Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp, Laura Wolvaardt, Sneh Rana, Lizelle Lee, Taniyaa Bhatia, Alana King, Chinelle Henry, and others.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Smriti Mandhana (C), Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka Patil, Grace Harris, Georgia Voll, Pooja Vastrakar, Sophie Molineux, Lauren Bell, and others.
Gujarat Giants
Ashleigh Gardner (C), Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine, Renuka Singh Thakur, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, and others.
UP Warriorz
Meg Lanning (C), Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Shweta Sehrawat, Kiran Navgire, Deandra Dottin, Shikha Pandey, Chloe Tryon, and others.
WPL 2026 Schedule Overview
January 9: Opening match – Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
League matches: January 9 to February 1
Eliminator: February 3
Final: February 5
The round-robin format ensures each team faces the others multiple times before the top sides advance to the playoffs.
Schedule of WPL 2026
| DATE | DAY | TEAM 1 | TEAM 2 | VENUE | TIME (IST) |
| January 9 | Friday | Mumbai Indians | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Navi Mumbai | 07:30 PM |
| January 10 | Saturday | UP Warriorz | Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 03:30 PM |
| January 10 | Saturday | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | Navi Mumbai | 07:30 PM |
| January 11 | Sunday | Delhi Capitals | Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 07:30 PM |
| January 12 | Monday | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | UP Warriorz | Navi Mumbai | 07:30 PM |
| January 13 | Tuesday | Mumbai Indians | Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 07:30 PM |
| January 14 | Wednesday | UP Warriorz | Delhi Capitals | Navi Mumbai | 07:30 PM |
| January 15 | Thursday | Mumbai Indians | UP Warriorz | Navi Mumbai | 07:30 PM |
| January 16 | Friday | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 07:30 PM |
| January 17 | Saturday | UP Warriorz | Mumbai Indians | Navi Mumbai | 03:30 PM |
| January 17 | Saturday | Delhi Capitals | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Navi Mumbai | 07:30 PM |
| January 19 | Monday | Gujarat Giants | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Vadodara | 07:30 PM |
| January 20 | Tuesday | Delhi Capitals | Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | 07:30 PM |
| January 22 | Thursday | Gujarat Giants | UP Warriorz | Vadodara | 07:30 PM |
| January 24 | Saturday | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Delhi Capitals | Vadodara | 07:30 PM |
| January 26 | Monday | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | 07:30 PM |
| January 27 | Tuesday | Gujarat Giants | Delhi Capitals | Vadodara | 07:30 PM |
| January 29 | Thursday | UP Warriorz | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Vadodara | 07:30 PM |
| January 30 | Friday | Gujarat Giants | Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | 07:30 PM |
| February 1 | Sunday | Delhi Capitals | UP Warriorz | Vadodara | 07:30 PM |
| February 3 | Tuesday | Eliminator | Vadodara | 07:30 PM | |
| February 5 | Thursday | Final | Vadodara |
Live Streaming and Telecast Details
The Women’s Premier League 2026 will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network in India. For online viewers, matches will be streamed live on Jio Hotstar, allowing fans to follow the action across devices.
External Links (for reference):
Star Sports – https://www.starsports.com
Jio Hotstar – https://www.hotstar.com
Why WPL 2026 Is a Must-Watch
With international superstars, rising Indian players, and competitive team combinations, WPL 2026 is expected to be one of the most exciting seasons yet. The tournament continues to play a crucial role in strengthening India’s women’s cricket ecosystem while offering fans high-quality T20 entertainment.