The Women’s Premier League (WPL) has revolutionised women’s cricket in India. After the massive success of earlier seasons, fans are eagerly searching for the WPL 2026 schedule, teams list, points table, live streaming details, and winners list.
In this detailed pillar post, you’ll find everything about WPL 2026 in one place — updated, structured, and easy to understand.
Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026
The WPL 2026 will be played in the T20 format from January 9 to February 5, 2026. The tournament will be hosted in India, with matches scheduled across Navi Mumbai and Vadodara.
| Tournament Details | Women’s Premier League 2026 |
|---|---|
| Edition | 4th |
| Board | BCCI |
| Host Country | India |
| Total Teams | 5 |
| Total Matches | 22 |
| First Match | Friday, 9th January 2026 |
| Final Match | Thursday, 5th February 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.wplt20.com/ |
WPL 2026 Teams
A total of five teams — Mumbai Indians Women, Delhi Capitals Women, Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women, UP Warriorz, and Gujarat Giants — will compete for the WPL 2026 title. The tournament will follow a double round-robin league format, with the top three teams qualifying for the playoffs, culminating in a high-profile final at Vadodara. Here is the list of WPL 2026 Teams:
| Team | Captain |
|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians Women | Harmanpreet Kaur |
| Delhi Capitals Women | Jemimah Rodrigues |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women | Smriti Mandhana |
| UP Warriorz | Deepti Sharma |
| Gujarat Giants Women | Ashleigh Gardner |
WPL 2026 Venues
The WPL 2026 is being played across two major cricket venues in India, following an official announcement by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
| Venue | City | Matches Hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Dr DY Patil Sports Academy | Navi Mumbai | 11 league matches |
| BCA Stadium (Kotambi) | Vadodara | 9 league matches + Eliminator + Final |
WPL 2026 Schedule – Match List & Time Table
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 will be played in the T20 format from February to March 2026, with all matches hosted across two venues in India — Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy and BCA Stadium (Kotambi Stadium). Here is the WPL 2026 Schedule :
- Opening Match: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 9th January 2026
- Double-Headers: 10th & 17th January 2026
- League Matches: 9 January – 1 February 2026
- Eliminator: 3 February 2026
- Final Match: 5 February 2026
- Total Matches: 22 (20 League Matches, 1 Eliminator, 1 Final)
| Match No. | Date | Day | Match | Venue | Time (IST) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 Jan | Fri | Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | RCB won by 3 wickets |
| 2 | 10 Jan | Sat | UP Warriorz vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 3:30 PM | GG won by 10 runs |
| 3 | 10 Jan | Sat | Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | MI won by 50 runs |
| 4 | 11 Jan | Sun | Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | GG won by 5 runs |
| 5 | 12 Jan | Mon | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs UP Warriorz | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | RCB won by 9 wickets |
| 6 | 13 Jan | Tue | Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | MI won by 7 wickets |
| 7 | 14 Jan | Wed | UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | DC won by 7 wickets |
| 8 | 15 Jan | Thu | Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | UPW won by 7 wickets |
| 9 | 16 Jan | Fri | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | RCB won by 5 wickets |
| 10 | 17 Jan | Sat | UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians | Navi Mumbai | 3:30 PM | UPW won by 22 runs |
| 11 | 17 Jan | Sat | Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | RCB won by 8 wickets |
| 12 | 19 Jan | Mon | Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | RCB won 61 runs |
| 13 | 20 Jan | Tue | Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | DC won by 7 wickets |
| 14 | 22 Jan | Thu | Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | GG won 45 runs |
| 15 | 24 Jan | Sat | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | DC won by 7 wickets |
| 16 | 26 Jan | Mon | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | |
| 17 | 27 Jan | Tue | Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | |
| 18 | 29 Jan | Thu | UP Warriorz vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | |
| 19 | 30 Jan | Fri | Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | |
| 20 | 1 Feb | Sun | Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | |
| 21 | 3 Feb | Tue | Eliminator | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | |
| 22 | 5 Feb | Thu | Final | Vadodara | 7:30 PM |
WPL 2026 Live Streaming & Telecast
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India. Fans can also stream all matches live on the Jio Hotstar app and website on mobile phones, smart TVs, and laptops. Matches will be available in multiple languages, including English and Hindi, so viewers can choose their preferred commentary.
| Coverage | Platform |
|---|---|
| Live Telecast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | Disney+ Hotstar |
For More Details Read – TATA WPL 2026 Live
WPL 2026 Points Table
All 5 teams will compete in a single league stage of the Women’s Premier League 2026.
- Each team will play twice against every other team (double round-robin format).
- A total of 20 league matches will be played.
- Teams will earn 2 points for a win and 0 points for a loss.
- The top 3 teams on the points table will qualify for the playoffs.
- The top team directly qualifies for the Final.
- 2nd and 3rd teams play the Eliminator.
Given below is the table of the WPL 2026 Points Table:
| Position | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | No Result | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB-W | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 1.236 |
| 2 | DC-W | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | -0.169 |
| 3 | GG-W | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | -0.341 |
| 4 | MI-W | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0.046 |
| 5 | UPW | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 | -0.769 |
WPL Winners List
Below is the complete WPL winners list to date:
| Season | Winner | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Mumbai Indians Women | Delhi Capitals Women |
| 2024 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women | Delhi Capitals Women |
| 2025 | Mumbai Indians Women | Delhi Capitals Women |
| 2026 | TBD | TBD |
WPL 2026 Related FAQ
When will WPL 2026 start?
The 2026 Women’s Premier League is officially scheduled to begin on 9 January 2026 and will conclude with the final on 5 February 2026.
How many teams are playing in WPL 2026?
WPL 2026 will feature five teams: Mumbai Indians Women, Delhi Capitals Women, Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women, UP Warriorz, and Gujarat Giants.
How does the WPL playoff format work?
The WPL uses a three-team playoff system. After the league stage, the top three teams qualify for the playoffs. The team finishing first on the points table advances directly to the Final, while the teams placed second and third compete in an Eliminator. The winner of the Eliminator faces the table-topper in the Final to decide the champio
Which team has won the most WPL trophies?
Mumbai Indians Women are the most successful team in WPL history so far, having won two titles. They lifted the trophy in 2023 and again in 2025, giving them the highest number of championships going into the 2026 season.
Where to watch WPL 2026?
In India, WPL 2026 matches will be live-streamed on Jio Hotstar and telecast on the Star Sports channels. Viewers outside India can watch WPL matches through the official WPL broadcast partners in their respective regions, which are announced closer to the tournament.
