The Women's Premier League (WPL) match on January 15 at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai is most likely to be played without fans. The match is between Mumbai Indians (MI) and UP Warriorz (UPW). The reason behind not allowing fans to the stadium is the clash with Mumbai municipal body's election on Jan 15. There's also doubt over the fans being allowed for the matches one day prior (Jan 14) and the day after (Jan 16) as well.<h2>No fans in WPL on Jan 15</h2>As per a report in the ESPNCricinfo, the police have informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) about not being able to prove adequate security for the match during the election day. The official WPL ticket platform has also not listed the tickets for matches from Jan 14 to Jan 16 online.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/barcelona-beat-real-madrid-to-retain-spanish-super-cup-in-saudi-arabia-raphinha-1768189682216">Barcelona beat Real Madrid to retain Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia</a>If the no-fan policy is enforced, then the three matches going to be affected are: Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz on January 14, Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz on January 15, and Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru on January 16. Navi Mumbai is the host for the first 11 off 22 WPL matches with the last match being played at the venue on Jan 17 - double header between MI vs UPW and DC vs RCB.<h2>What the decision to not allow fans last minute?</h2>The BCCI announced the scheduled for the WPL on November 29 while the Mumbai municipal body (BMC) election date was announced on December 15. The BCCI, however, made no changes to the schedule and is likely not to tinker at last moment as well. The board, however, is yet to official announce the news of not allowing fans for the WPL matches from Jan 14 to Jan 16.

If the no-fan policy is enforced, then the three matches going to be affected are: Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz on January 14, Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz on January 15, and Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru on January 16.

The Women's Premier League (WPL) match on January 15 at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai is most likely to be played without fans. The match is between Mumbai Indians (MI) and UP Warriorz (UPW). The reason behind not allowing fans to the stadium is the clash with Mumbai municipal body's election on Jan 15. There's also doubt over the fans being allowed for the matches one day prior (Jan 14) and the day after (Jan 16) as well. No fans in WPL on Jan 15 As per a report in the ESPNCricinfo, the police have informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) about not being able to prove adequate security for the match during the election day. The official WPL ticket platform has also not listed the tickets for matches from Jan 14 to Jan 16 online. Also Read - Barcelona beat Real Madrid to retain Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia If the no-fan policy is enforced, then the three matches going to be affected are: Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz on January 14, Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz on January 15, and Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru on January 16. Navi Mumbai is the host for the first 11 off 22 WPL matches with the last match being played at the venue on Jan 17 - double header between MI vs UPW and DC vs RCB. What the decision to not allow fans last minute? The BCCI announced the scheduled for the WPL on November 29 while the Mumbai municipal body (BMC) election date was announced on December 15. The BCCI, however, made no changes to the schedule and is likely not to tinker at last moment as well. The board, however, is yet to official announce the news of not allowing fans for the WPL matches from Jan 14 to Jan 16.

If the no-fan policy is enforced, then the three matches going to be affected are: Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz on January 14, Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz on January 15, and Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru on January 16.

No fans for WPL matches from Jan 14 to Jan 16 due to Mumbai municipal election - Report

The four bowlers to take a hatr-trick in WPL are: Issy Wong for MI in WPL 2023, Deepti Sharma vs UPW in WPL 2024, Grace Harris for UPW in WPL 2025, and Nandani Sharma being the latest on for DC in WPL 2026.

The four bowlers to take a hatr-trick in WPL are: Issy Wong for MI in WPL 2023, Deepti Sharma vs UPW in WPL 2024, Grace Harris for UPW in WPL 2025, and Nandani Sharma being the latest on for DC in WPL 2026.

Meet four bowlers with a hat-trick in WPL. Only one has a five-for

Gujarat Giants registered a thrilling four-run win over Delhi Capitals in the WPL 2026 match at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, on Sunday (Jan 11). It was a game that went down to the wire, with Sophie Devine playing the key role in Gujarat’s victory through her batting and her calm final over with the ball.Earlier, batting first, Gujarat got off to a flying start through Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine. The openers added 94 runs for the first wicket and put Delhi under pressure from the start.&nbsp;&nbsp;Gujarat brought up 50 in just 5.1 overs and crossed 80 without losing a wicket. Devine was in attacking mode and did not allow the bowlers to settle. She played a brilliant knock of 95 off 42 balls, hitting seven fours and eight sixes. Mooney scored 19 before getting out, and after Devine’s dismissal, Gujarat lost wickets at regular intervals. Ashleigh Gardner played a quick cameo of 49 off 26 balls, but a late collapse triggered by Nandini Sharma's hat-trick meant Gujarat were bowled out for 209, instead of reaching a much bigger total.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-1st-odi-virat-kohli-narrowly-misses-out-on-54th-odi-ton-kiwi-skipper-s-reaction-goes-viral-1768143063649">IND vs NZ, 1st ODI: Virat Kohli narrowly misses out on 54th ODI ton; Kiwi skipper's reaction goes viral</a>&nbsp;In reply, Delhi Capitals started well. Lizelle Lee played a superb innings of 86 off 54 balls and kept the chase on track. Laura Wolvaardt and Jemimah Rodrigues also added important runs. When Delhi scored 41 runs in the 18th and 19th overs, the match looked almost out of Gujarat’s reach. Seven runs were needed in the final over with wickets in hand. That is when Sophie Devine stepped up. She bowled a brilliant last over, gave away only two runs, and picked up two wickets. Her composure under pressure turned the match around and helped Gujarat Giants secure a famous four-run win.<h3>Sophie Devine’s 32-run over creates WPL history</h3>One of the biggest moments of the match came during Gujarat’s innings when Sophie Devine took on Sneh Rana. The Gujarat opener smashed 4, 4, 6, 6, 6, 6 to score 32 runs in one over.In the WPL 2026 match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants, this became the most expensive over in the history of the league. The previous record was 28 runs, and it was also conceded by Sneh Rana. That completely shifted the momentum in Gujarat’s favour and lifted their total.

Gujarat Giants edged Delhi Capitals by 4 runs in a WPL 2026 thriller in Navi Mumbai. Sophie Devine starred with 95 and a match-winning final over, while Nandini Sharma’s hat-trick kept DC alive.


Gujarat Giants registered a thrilling four-run win over Delhi Capitals in the WPL 2026 match at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, on Sunday (Jan 11). It was a game that went down to the wire, with Sophie Devine playing the key role in Gujarat’s victory through her batting and her calm final over with the ball. Earlier, batting first, Gujarat got off to a flying start through Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine. The openers added 94 runs for the first wicket and put Delhi under pressure from the start. Gujarat brought up 50 in just 5.1 overs and crossed 80 without losing a wicket. Devine was in attacking mode and did not allow the bowlers to settle. She played a brilliant knock of 95 off 42 balls, hitting seven fours and eight sixes. Mooney scored 19 before getting out, and after Devine’s dismissal, Gujarat lost wickets at regular intervals. Ashleigh Gardner played a quick cameo of 49 off 26 balls, but a late collapse triggered by Nandini Sharma's hat-trick meant Gujarat were bowled out for 209, instead of reaching a much bigger total. Also read | IND vs NZ, 1st ODI: Virat Kohli narrowly misses out on 54th ODI ton; Kiwi skipper's reaction goes viral In reply, Delhi Capitals started well. Lizelle Lee played a superb innings of 86 off 54 balls and kept the chase on track. Laura Wolvaardt and Jemimah Rodrigues also added important runs. When Delhi scored 41 runs in the 18th and 19th overs, the match looked almost out of Gujarat’s reach. Seven runs were needed in the final over with wickets in hand. That is when Sophie Devine stepped up. She bowled a brilliant last over, gave away only two runs, and picked up two wickets. Her composure under pressure turned the match around and helped Gujarat Giants secure a famous four-run win. Sophie Devine’s 32-run over creates WPL history One of the biggest moments of the match came during Gujarat’s innings when Sophie Devine took on Sneh Rana. The Gujarat opener smashed 4, 4, 6, 6, 6, 6 to score 32 runs in one over. In the WPL 2026 match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants, this became the most expensive over in the history of the league. The previous record was 28 runs, and it was also conceded by Sneh Rana. That completely shifted the momentum in Gujarat’s favour and lifted their total.

Gujarat Giants edged Delhi Capitals by 4 runs in a WPL 2026 thriller in Navi Mumbai. Sophie Devine starred with 95 and a match-winning final over, while Nandini Sharma’s hat-trick kept DC alive.

DC-W vs GG-W, WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants beat Delhi Capitals by 4 runs in Navi Mumbai thriller

Nandini Sharma announced her arrival on the big stage with a spell to remember, picking up a stunning hat-trick for Delhi Capitals against Gujarat Giants in Navi Mumbai on Sunday (Jan 11). The young pacer not only turned the match on its head but also wrote her name into the WPL's history books with a performance that showed courage, control, and confidence under pressure. Bowling with pace and smart variations, Sharma removed Kanika Ahuja, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, and Renuka Singh Thakur on three consecutive deliveries, leaving the opposition shocked and the crowd on its feet.&nbsp;&nbsp;She finished with impressive figures of 5 for 33 in her four overs, one of the best bowling performances of the season so far. With this, Nandini joined an elite list of bowlers to take a hat-trick in WPL history, alongside Issy Wong of the Mumbai Indians, Grace Harris and Deepti Sharma of UP Warriorz.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-nz-1st-odi-virat-kohli-narrowly-misses-out-on-54th-odi-ton-kiwi-skipper-s-reaction-goes-viral-1768143063649">IND vs NZ, 1st ODI: Virat Kohli narrowly misses out on 54th ODI ton; Kiwi skipper's reaction goes viral</a>

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&nbsp;Nandini, who represents Chandigarh in domestic cricket, is known for her raw pace and wicket-taking ability. Her consistent performances at the domestic level finally earned her a WPL contract, as Delhi Capitals bought her for INR 20 lakh at the auction. The faith shown by the franchise was repaid in style with this match-winning spell.&nbsp;Speaking after the game, Nandini said she was focused only on hitting her targets. “I was just focused on bowling at my target. Shafali and Jemimah were talking to me before every ball, and the plan was simple to attack the stumps. I didn’t expect a hat-trick, but the team kept telling me that wickets would come,” she said.&nbsp;She also spoke about changing her approach during the spell. “After my first over, I realised the batters were picking my stock ball well, so I decided to use my variations, and thankfully it worked,” she added.The moment became even more special for her as her brother, mother, and a close friend were present at the stadium, while the rest of her family watched from home. Nandini credited her family for their constant support throughout her journey.&nbsp;With this performance, Nandini Sharma has made a strong statement in WPL 2026. Her pace, control, and calm mindset show that she is ready for bigger challenges. If this spell is any sign of what is to come, Delhi Capitals may have found a match-winner who can change games in a matter of overs.

Nandini Sharma creates history by taking the first hat-trick of WPL 2026 for Delhi Capitals against Gujarat Giants, finishing with 5/33 and delivering one of the most thrilling spells of the season.


Nandini Sharma announced her arrival on the big stage with a spell to remember, picking up a stunning hat-trick for Delhi Capitals against Gujarat Giants in Navi Mumbai on Sunday (Jan 11). The young pacer not only turned the match on its head but also wrote her name into the WPL's history books with a performance that showed courage, control, and confidence under pressure. Bowling with pace and smart variations, Sharma removed Kanika Ahuja, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, and Renuka Singh Thakur on three consecutive deliveries, leaving the opposition shocked and the crowd on its feet. She finished with impressive figures of 5 for 33 in her four overs, one of the best bowling performances of the season so far. With this, Nandini joined an elite list of bowlers to take a hat-trick in WPL history, alongside Issy Wong of the Mumbai Indians, Grace Harris and Deepti Sharma of UP Warriorz. Also read | IND vs NZ, 1st ODI: Virat Kohli narrowly misses out on 54th ODI ton; Kiwi skipper's reaction goes viral

Nandini Sharma creates history by taking the first hat-trick of WPL 2026 for Delhi Capitals against Gujarat Giants, finishing with 5/33 and delivering one of the most thrilling spells of the season.

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru kick-started their Women’s Premier League (WPL 2026) campaign on a winning note as they beat defending champions Mumbai Indians in the curtain-raiser clash. Playing at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, RCB got the better of MI by three wickets to start the season on a winning note. However, that win came with a minor cost as star bowler Pooja Vastrakar got injured in her hamstring.<h2>Pooja Vastrakar sidelined with injury</h2>"I think two days prior to her release from the (BCCI's Centre of Excellence), she unfortunately tweaked her hamstring," Malolan Rangarajan, RCB head coach, said at the post-match press conference. "The information we have at the moment is that she's going to [need] two weeks more. It's a hamstring issue. She was there for her shoulder and now it's a hamstring issue. So it's a week-by-week process. So let's see where she's at."&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Pooja’s injury isn’t as serious as feared and will be available for the later part of the season, which will be played in Vadodara. Her injury came into the limelight while on her way to Mumbai from the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (COE).&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>What happened in the opening match?</h2>Nadine de Klerk's four-fer, followed by a match-winning half-century, powered RCB to open their account with a win in the opening match. De Klerk slammed 20 runs off the last over to get her side over the line and secure a win by 3 wickets over the defending champions.Chasing 155, Grace Harris and Smriti Mandhana opened the innings for RCB. The duo took on the charge right from the first over as they took RCB to 40 runs in just 3.4 overs before Mandhana was removed for 18 off 13 balls, including 4 fours.&nbsp;Earlier, MI ended their 20 overs at 154/6, with Nadine also getting Carey for a 29-ball 40, with four boundaries. Amanjot Kaur and Poonam Khemnar were unbeaten on nil each.

Pooja Vastrakar's injury isn’t as serious as feared and will be available for the later part of the season, which will be played in Vadodara. Her injury came into the limelight while on her way to Mumbai from the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (COE).

Royal Challengers Bengaluru kick-started their Women’s Premier League (WPL 2026) campaign on a winning note as they beat defending champions Mumbai Indians in the curtain-raiser clash. Playing at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, RCB got the better of MI by three wickets to start the season on a winning note. However, that win came with a minor cost as star bowler Pooja Vastrakar got injured in her hamstring. Pooja Vastrakar sidelined with injury "I think two days prior to her release from the (BCCI's Centre of Excellence), she unfortunately tweaked her hamstring," Malolan Rangarajan, RCB head coach, said at the post-match press conference. "The information we have at the moment is that she's going to [need] two weeks more. It's a hamstring issue. She was there for her shoulder and now it's a hamstring issue. So it's a week-by-week process. So let's see where she's at." ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Pooja’s injury isn’t as serious as feared and will be available for the later part of the season, which will be played in Vadodara. Her injury came into the limelight while on her way to Mumbai from the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (COE). ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes What happened in the opening match? Nadine de Klerk's four-fer, followed by a match-winning half-century, powered RCB to open their account with a win in the opening match. De Klerk slammed 20 runs off the last over to get her side over the line and secure a win by 3 wickets over the defending champions. Chasing 155, Grace Harris and Smriti Mandhana opened the innings for RCB. The duo took on the charge right from the first over as they took RCB to 40 runs in just 3.4 overs before Mandhana was removed for 18 off 13 balls, including 4 fours. Earlier, MI ended their 20 overs at 154/6, with Nadine also getting Carey for a 29-ball 40, with four boundaries. Amanjot Kaur and Poonam Khemnar were unbeaten on nil each.

Pooja Vastrakar's injury isn’t as serious as feared and will be available for the later part of the season, which will be played in Vadodara. Her injury came into the limelight while on her way to Mumbai from the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (COE).

WPL 2026: RCB handed injury blow in opener as Pooja Vastrakar injuries hamstring

HIGHLIGHTS | WPL 2026, MI vs RCB: Nadine de Klerk's sensational 63 not out including 18-run final over heroics after a four-wicket hauls helped Bengaluru beat Mumbai by three wickets in a chase of 155.

HIGHLIGHTS | WPL 2026, MI vs RCB: Nadine de Klerk's sensational 63 not out including 18-run final over heroics after a four-wicket hauls helped Bengaluru beat Mumbai by three wickets in a chase of 155.

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The fourth season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL 2026) will begin on Friday (January 9) with defending champions Mumbai Indians taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the 2024 title winners, at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The opening phase of the tournament will be held at the DY Patil Stadium before the league moves to Vadodara for the second phase, which will also feature the knockout matches.&nbsp;Mumbai Indians boast a strong squad featuring Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr and Shabnim Ismail, all likely to be part of the playing XI. For RCB, much will depend on Nadine de Klerk, especially following her impressive performances for South Africa at last year’s Women’s World Cup.<h2>MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 Match 1 - Live streaming details</h2>As the WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.<h2>When and where is MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 match 1?</h2>The WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be played on Friday (Jan 9), at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The match will start at 7:30 pm IST.&nbsp;<h2>Where to watch MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 match 1 live?</h2>The WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/exclusive-sajeevan-sajana-backs-mumbai-indians-to-retain-wpl-title-determined-for-place-in-india-t20-wc-squad-1767949879828">Exclusive: Sajeevan Sajana backs Mumbai Indians to retain WPL title</a><h2>Where to livestream MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 match 1?</h2>Fans can watch the live streaming of the WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru on the JioHotstar app and website in India.<h2>What time will the toss take place?</h2>The toss for the WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be held at 7:00 pm IST.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bangladesh-cricketers-stunned-shocked-and-outraged-after-bcb-official-calls-ex-captain-tamim-indian-agent-1767958927980">Bangladesh cricketers 'stunned, shocked, and outraged' after BCB official calls ex-captain Tamim 'Indian agent'</a><h2>MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 match 1 - Squads</h2>Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women squad: Smriti Mandhana(c), Georgia Voll, Gautami Naik, Grace Harris, Richa Ghosh(w), Nadine de Klerk, Pooja Vastrakar, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil, Arundhati Reddy, Lauren Bell, Kumar Prathyoosha, Sayali Satghare, Prema Rawat, Dayalan Hemalatha and Linsey Smith&nbsp;Mumbai Indians Women squad: Hayley Matthews, G Kamalini(w), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur(c), Amelia Kerr, Amanjot Kaur, Sajeevan Sajana, Poonam Khemnar, Sanskriti Gupta, Shabnim Ismail, Triveni Vasistha, Nalla Reddy, Rahila Firdous, Milly Illingworth, Saika Ishaque and Nicola Carey

As the WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

The fourth season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL 2026) will begin on Friday (January 9) with defending champions Mumbai Indians taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the 2024 title winners, at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The opening phase of the tournament will be held at the DY Patil Stadium before the league moves to Vadodara for the second phase, which will also feature the knockout matches. Mumbai Indians boast a strong squad featuring Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr and Shabnim Ismail, all likely to be part of the playing XI. For RCB, much will depend on Nadine de Klerk, especially following her impressive performances for South Africa at last year’s Women’s World Cup. MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 Match 1 - Live streaming details As the WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India. When and where is MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 match 1? The WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be played on Friday (Jan 9), at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The match will start at 7:30 pm IST. Where to watch MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 match 1 live? The WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India. Also Read - Exclusive: Sajeevan Sajana backs Mumbai Indians to retain WPL title Where to livestream MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 match 1? Fans can watch the live streaming of the WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru on the JioHotstar app and website in India. What time will the toss take place? The toss for the WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be held at 7:00 pm IST. Also Read - Bangladesh cricketers 'stunned, shocked, and outraged' after BCB official calls ex-captain Tamim 'Indian agent' MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 match 1 - Squads Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women squad: Smriti Mandhana(c), Georgia Voll, Gautami Naik, Grace Harris, Richa Ghosh(w), Nadine de Klerk, Pooja Vastrakar, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil, Arundhati Reddy, Lauren Bell, Kumar Prathyoosha, Sayali Satghare, Prema Rawat, Dayalan Hemalatha and Linsey Smith Mumbai Indians Women squad: Hayley Matthews, G Kamalini(w), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur(c), Amelia Kerr, Amanjot Kaur, Sajeevan Sajana, Poonam Khemnar, Sanskriti Gupta, Shabnim Ismail, Triveni Vasistha, Nalla Reddy, Rahila Firdous, Milly Illingworth, Saika Ishaque and Nicola Carey

As the WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru approaching, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

MI vs RCB, WPL 2026 Match 1: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

Defending champions Mumbai Indians will kick start their Women’s Premier League (WPL 2026) campaign on Friday (Jan 9) as they take on 2024 winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Flooded with a galaxy of star names in their ranks, Mumbai will walk into the season as one of the favourites with skipper Harmanpreet Kaur trying to add another feather into her already impressive hat. While the team remains at the top, some unsung heroes have also contributed to the team’s success in recent times.&nbsp;Having been released from the Mumbai Indians squad after WPL 2025, it won’t be a long journey back for Kerala’s Sajeevan Sajana. Sajana was bought for ₹75 lakhs ($83,000) by the Mumbai Indians in the mega auctions held in November, as she will have a point to prove in the upcoming season. Ahead of the season opener, she caught up with WION’s Aditya Pimpale and opened up on the season and challenges while also addressing a potential place in the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup.&nbsp;Question: How does it feel to be back at the Mumbai Indians ahead of WPL 2026?I'm very happy to be part of the Mumbai Indians family again. I was a bit worried about the auction and so I didn't watch it. However, I was really happy as I always wanted to be part of the Mumbai Indians, a franchise where I played last year. I know the management, who have given me unparalleled support during my time at the franchise in the past.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Question: You have played a crucial role in the Mumbai Indians winning the WPL 2025. Do you think you can elevate your game this time as well?I'm a good all-rounder and can contribute in my batting, bowling and fielding as well. So this year I don’t want to miss any chances. I really got the fame only after I hit a match-winning six against the Delhi Capitals in the opening match of WPL 2024. However, that was not a fluke and I want to continue working hard and earn a place in the Playing XI. I am very confident that I will play a crucial role in the team’s success and defend the crown.&nbsp;Question: What was the moment like when MI bid for you and you returned to the side? What were you doing during the auctions?I was actually not watching that auction and felt very nervous while my brothers and friends were like how could you miss such a big occasion while I went for fishing. Fortunately, things went smoothly, and I was later informed that I was returning to the Mumbai Indians. I took a sigh of relief and was pleased after learning that I will be back with the best franchise in the world.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Question: Do you think the Mumbai Indians have enough to win the WPL 2026 title?Yes, Harman didi (Harmanpreet Kaur) is leading from the front and she has the firepower to help us motivate. We also have the likes of Shabnim Ismail, Hayley Matthews and Milly Illingworth who come with international experience. So I definitely think we could be in the mix for the WPL title and hopefully we retain it as well.&nbsp;Question: The Women’s T20 World Cup is not far away and your performance has paid dividends in the past. Do you aspire to be on the plane to England when the edition kicks off?I am not chasing that T20 World Cup squad spot for now; I am keeping my targets short-term. I just want to perform right now and focus on both batting and bowling. Of course, it is a dream to play in the Indian team, but focus remains on WPL. It was the WPL performance in 2024 that got me into the Indian team, so I am living in the current moment and keeping fingers crossed when the opportunity arrives.

Ahead of the WPL 2026 season opener, Mumbai Indians all-rounder Sajeevan Sajana caught up with WION’s Aditya Pimpale and opened up on the season and challenges while also addressing a potential place in the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup.

Defending champions Mumbai Indians will kick start their Women’s Premier League (WPL 2026) campaign on Friday (Jan 9) as they take on 2024 winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Flooded with a galaxy of star names in their ranks, Mumbai will walk into the season as one of the favourites with skipper Harmanpreet Kaur trying to add another feather into her already impressive hat. While the team remains at the top, some unsung heroes have also contributed to the team’s success in recent times. Having been released from the Mumbai Indians squad after WPL 2025, it won’t be a long journey back for Kerala’s Sajeevan Sajana. Sajana was bought for ₹75 lakhs ($83,000) by the Mumbai Indians in the mega auctions held in November, as she will have a point to prove in the upcoming season. Ahead of the season opener, she caught up with WION’s Aditya Pimpale and opened up on the season and challenges while also addressing a potential place in the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup. Question: How does it feel to be back at the Mumbai Indians ahead of WPL 2026? I'm very happy to be part of the Mumbai Indians family again. I was a bit worried about the auction and so I didn't watch it. However, I was really happy as I always wanted to be part of the Mumbai Indians, a franchise where I played last year. I know the management, who have given me unparalleled support during my time at the franchise in the past. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Question: You have played a crucial role in the Mumbai Indians winning the WPL 2025. Do you think you can elevate your game this time as well? I'm a good all-rounder and can contribute in my batting, bowling and fielding as well. So this year I don’t want to miss any chances. I really got the fame only after I hit a match-winning six against the Delhi Capitals in the opening match of WPL 2024. However, that was not a fluke and I want to continue working hard and earn a place in the Playing XI. I am very confident that I will play a crucial role in the team’s success and defend the crown. Question: What was the moment like when MI bid for you and you returned to the side? What were you doing during the auctions? I was actually not watching that auction and felt very nervous while my brothers and friends were like how could you miss such a big occasion while I went for fishing. Fortunately, things went smoothly, and I was later informed that I was returning to the Mumbai Indians. I took a sigh of relief and was pleased after learning that I will be back with the best franchise in the world. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Question: Do you think the Mumbai Indians have enough to win the WPL 2026 title? Yes, Harman didi (Harmanpreet Kaur) is leading from the front and she has the firepower to help us motivate. We also have the likes of Shabnim Ismail, Hayley Matthews and Milly Illingworth who come with international experience. So I definitely think we could be in the mix for the WPL title and hopefully we retain it as well. Question: The Women’s T20 World Cup is not far away and your performance has paid dividends in the past. Do you aspire to be on the plane to England when the edition kicks off? I am not chasing that T20 World Cup squad spot for now; I am keeping my targets short-term. I just want to perform right now and focus on both batting and bowling. Of course, it is a dream to play in the Indian team, but focus remains on WPL. It was the WPL performance in 2024 that got me into the Indian team, so I am living in the current moment and keeping fingers crossed when the opportunity arrives.

Ahead of the WPL 2026 season opener, Mumbai Indians all-rounder Sajeevan Sajana caught up with WION’s Aditya Pimpale and opened up on the season and challenges while also addressing a potential place in the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup.

Exclusive: Sajeevan Sajana backs Mumbai Indians to retain WPL title; determined for place in India T20 WC squad

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 is set to begin on Friday (Jan 9) with two-time champion Mumbai Indians facing WPL 2024 winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The Smriti Mandhana-led side, however, will be without ace Aussie all-rounder Ellyse Perry who withdrew days before the start of the tournament. Former India women's team skipper Anjum Chopra, in conversation with WION's Athira Sasidharan, spoke about how Perry's absence will impact RCB's season.<h2>Anjum Chopra on Perry missing for RCB-W in WPL 2026</h2>"It's a massive blow. She (Perry) is a match winner," Chopra conceded. "I still remember the 2024 campaign. 3 games back to back outstanding performances and there RCB was winning the title coming from an eliminator to holding the title in their hands. That was a Elyse Perry show very much. So, I guess even if she is not there in those two departments that's a massive blow."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wpl-2026-guide-full-squads-new-captains-and-full-schedule-for-navi-mumbai-vadodara-1767882744205">WPL 2026 Guide: Full squads, new Captains, two venues, and complete schedule</a>The former India skipper, however, also opined that Perry's absence opens up opporutinities for other players to 'stand up and get noticed.'

"Here lies the opportunity for others to maybe stand up and stand counted. It is haed to replace the skill and experience of Ellyse Perry with any player but at the end of the day, you have to find probably another two players to fit in the role that Perry does. So they will find that," Chopra added.Speaking on RCB-W squad composition for the WPL 2026, Chopra reckoned: "They have relied largely on their Indian talent specially in there bowling department. The coach said we picked up the best bowlers. They do have an Indian bowling lineup, they do rely on that and they feel if these players can deliver the goods for the team, why not. At the end of the day they have also one a WPL title. So, you can't count them out of the championship."<h2>Why is Perry not playing in WPL 2026?</h2>Perry withdrew from the tournament because of the personal reasons along with her Aussie teammate Annabel Sutherland who was picked up by Gujarat Giants in the WPL auction.

ormer India women's team skipper Anjum Chopra, in conversation with WION's Athira Sasidharan, opined that Perry's absence for RCB-W in WPL 2026 opens up opporutinities for other players to 'stand up and get noticed.'

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 is set to begin on Friday (Jan 9) with two-time champion Mumbai Indians facing WPL 2024 winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The Smriti Mandhana-led side, however, will be without ace Aussie all-rounder Ellyse Perry who withdrew days before the start of the tournament. Former India women's team skipper Anjum Chopra, in conversation with WION's Athira Sasidharan, spoke about how Perry's absence will impact RCB's season. Anjum Chopra on Perry missing for RCB-W in WPL 2026 "It's a massive blow. She (Perry) is a match winner," Chopra conceded. "I still remember the 2024 campaign. 3 games back to back outstanding performances and there RCB was winning the title coming from an eliminator to holding the title in their hands. That was a Elyse Perry show very much. So, I guess even if she is not there in those two departments that's a massive blow." Also Read - WPL 2026 Guide: Full squads, new Captains, two venues, and complete schedule The former India skipper, however, also opined that Perry's absence opens up opporutinities for other players to 'stand up and get noticed.'

ormer India women's team skipper Anjum Chopra, in conversation with WION's Athira Sasidharan, opined that Perry's absence for RCB-W in WPL 2026 opens up opporutinities for other players to 'stand up and get noticed.'

WION EXCLUSIVE | WPL 2026: Former India captain Anjum Chopra on strategic impact of Ellyse Perry missing for RCB

The Women's Premier League 2026 is here. This is the first WPL edition after India's maiden ODI World Cup win in November last year. WPL 2026 will see a lot of Indian and international stars playing for five franchises. Some of the biggest names in this edition are India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, ODI World Cup player of the series Deepti Sharma, Player of the Final Shefali Verma, South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt, Aussie veteran Meg Lanning to name a few.<h2>As the season gears up for start, here's all you need to know about WPL 2026</h2>Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, UP Warriorz and Delhi Capitals are the five teams in the tournament which is being played from Janaury 9 to February 5.Mumbai Indians are the defending champions, having won the WPL 2025 by beating three-time finalists Delhi Capitals by eight runs in the last year's final. Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the only other side to have won a WPL title - they had beaten Delhi Capitals in WPL 2024 to lift their maiden title.<h2>Who are the captain in WPL 2026?</h2>Mumbai Indians are led by India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur Royal Challengers Bengaluru are being led dashing India opener Smriti Mandhana Aussie all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner is leading Gujarat Giants India batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been captain of Delhi Capitals Aussie veteran Meg Lanning will be leading UP Warriorz<h2>WPL 2026 all squads</h2>Mumbai Indians: Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Hayley Mathews, Amanjot Kaur, G Kamalini, Amelia Kerr, Shabnim Ismail, Sanskriti Gupta, Sajeevan Sajana, Triveni Vasistha, Nalla Reddy, Saika Ishaque, Rahila Firdous, Nicola Carey, Poonam Khemnar and Milly IllingworthDelhi Capitals: Jemimah Rodrigues (C), Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Laura Wolvaardt, Chinelle Henry, Sree Charani , Sneh Rana, Lizelee Lee, Deeya Yadav, Taniyaa Bhatia, Mamatha Madiwala, Nandani Sharma, Lucy Hamilton and Minnu ManiRoyal Challengers Bengaluru: Smriti Mandhana (C), Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka Patil, Georgia Voll, Nadine de Klerk, Radha Yadav, Lauren Bell, Linsey Smith, Prema Rawat, Arundathi Reddy, Pooja Vastrakar, Grace Harris, Gautami Naik, Prathyoosha Kumar and D HemalathaGujarat Giants: Ashleigh Gardner (C), Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine, Renuka Singh, Bharti Fulmali, Titas Sadhu, Kashvee Gautam, Kanika Ahuja, Tanuja Kanwar, Georgia Wareham, Anushka Sharma, Happy Kumari, Kim Garth, Yastika Bhatia, Shivani Singh, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Rajeshwari Gayakwad and Ayushi SoniUP Warriorz: Shweta Sehrawat, Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Meg Lanning (C), Phoebe Litchfield, Kiran Navgire, Harleen Deol, Kranti Goud, Asha Sobhana, Deandra Dottin, Shikha Pandey, Shipra Giri, Simran Shaikh, Tara Norris, Chloe Tryon, Suman Meena, G Trisha and Pratika Rawal<h2>How the tournament is played?</h2>There will a totol of 20 league matches with each team playing every other team twice. The second and third placed team will play the eliminator at the end of league stage. The winner of the eliminator will face the league topper team in the final.<h2>Where the matches are being played?</h2>Out of 22 matches, including the eliminator and the final, first 11 matches will played at DY Patil stadium in Navi Mumbai while the rest of 11 matches will played in Vadodara.<h2>WPL 2026 Full Schedule –</h2><h3>Navi Mumbai leg</h3>Jan 9: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Jan 10: UP Warriorz vs Gujarat Giants Jan 10: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals Jan 11: Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants Jan 12: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs UP Warriorz Jan 13: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants Jan 14: UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals Jan 15: Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz Jan 16: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Giants Jan 17: UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Jan 17: Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru<h3>Vadodara leg</h3>Jan 19: Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Jan 20: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians Jan 22: Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz Jan 24: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals Jan 26: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Mumbai Indians Jan 27: Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals Jan 29: UP Warriorz vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Jan 30: Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians Feb 1: Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz Feb 3: Eliminator Feb 5: Final<h2>What time the matches start?</h2>The matches will start 7:30 PM India time with toss taking places at 7 PM. On double-header days, the first match will start at 3:30 pm in the afternoon while and second match at 7:30 pm. There are only tow double-header days in WPL 2026, on January 10 and 17.In the first match, Harmanpreet Kaur will face off Smriti Mandhana as two-time champions Mumbai Indians take on WPL 2024 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Navi Mumbai.

This is the first WPL edition after India's maiden ODI World Cup win in November last year. Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, UP Warriorz and Delhi Capitals are the five teams in the tournament which is being played from Janaury 9 to February 5.

The Women's Premier League 2026 is here. This is the first WPL edition after India's maiden ODI World Cup win in November last year. WPL 2026 will see a lot of Indian and international stars playing for five franchises. Some of the biggest names in this edition are India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, ODI World Cup player of the series Deepti Sharma, Player of the Final Shefali Verma, South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt, Aussie veteran Meg Lanning to name a few. As the season gears up for start, here's all you need to know about WPL 2026 Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, UP Warriorz and Delhi Capitals are the five teams in the tournament which is being played from Janaury 9 to February 5. Mumbai Indians are the defending champions, having won the WPL 2025 by beating three-time finalists Delhi Capitals by eight runs in the last year's final. Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the only other side to have won a WPL title - they had beaten Delhi Capitals in WPL 2024 to lift their maiden title. Who are the captain in WPL 2026? Mumbai Indians are led by India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur Royal Challengers Bengaluru are being led dashing India opener Smriti Mandhana Aussie all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner is leading Gujarat Giants India batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been captain of Delhi Capitals Aussie veteran Meg Lanning will be leading UP Warriorz WPL 2026 all squads Mumbai Indians: Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Hayley Mathews, Amanjot Kaur, G Kamalini, Amelia Kerr, Shabnim Ismail, Sanskriti Gupta, Sajeevan Sajana, Triveni Vasistha, Nalla Reddy, Saika Ishaque, Rahila Firdous, Nicola Carey, Poonam Khemnar and Milly Illingworth Delhi Capitals: Jemimah Rodrigues (C), Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Laura Wolvaardt, Chinelle Henry, Sree Charani , Sneh Rana, Lizelee Lee, Deeya Yadav, Taniyaa Bhatia, Mamatha Madiwala, Nandani Sharma, Lucy Hamilton and Minnu Mani Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Smriti Mandhana (C), Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka Patil, Georgia Voll, Nadine de Klerk, Radha Yadav, Lauren Bell, Linsey Smith, Prema Rawat, Arundathi Reddy, Pooja Vastrakar, Grace Harris, Gautami Naik, Prathyoosha Kumar and D Hemalatha Gujarat Giants: Ashleigh Gardner (C), Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine, Renuka Singh, Bharti Fulmali, Titas Sadhu, Kashvee Gautam, Kanika Ahuja, Tanuja Kanwar, Georgia Wareham, Anushka Sharma, Happy Kumari, Kim Garth, Yastika Bhatia, Shivani Singh, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Rajeshwari Gayakwad and Ayushi Soni UP Warriorz: Shweta Sehrawat, Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Meg Lanning (C), Phoebe Litchfield, Kiran Navgire, Harleen Deol, Kranti Goud, Asha Sobhana, Deandra Dottin, Shikha Pandey, Shipra Giri, Simran Shaikh, Tara Norris, Chloe Tryon, Suman Meena, G Trisha and Pratika Rawal How the tournament is played? There will a totol of 20 league matches with each team playing every other team twice. The second and third placed team will play the eliminator at the end of league stage. The winner of the eliminator will face the league topper team in the final. Where the matches are being played? Out of 22 matches, including the eliminator and the final, first 11 matches will played at DY Patil stadium in Navi Mumbai while the rest of 11 matches will played in Vadodara. WPL 2026 Full Schedule – Navi Mumbai leg Jan 9: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Jan 10: UP Warriorz vs Gujarat Giants Jan 10: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals Jan 11: Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants Jan 12: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs UP Warriorz Jan 13: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants Jan 14: UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals Jan 15: Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz Jan 16: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Giants Jan 17: UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Jan 17: Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Vadodara leg Jan 19: Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Jan 20: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians Jan 22: Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz Jan 24: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals Jan 26: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Mumbai Indians Jan 27: Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals Jan 29: UP Warriorz vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Jan 30: Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians Feb 1: Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz Feb 3: Eliminator Feb 5: Final What time the matches start? The matches will start 7:30 PM India time with toss taking places at 7 PM. On double-header days, the first match will start at 3:30 pm in the afternoon while and second match at 7:30 pm. There are only tow double-header days in WPL 2026, on January 10 and 17. In the first match, Harmanpreet Kaur will face off Smriti Mandhana as two-time champions Mumbai Indians take on WPL 2024 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Navi Mumbai.

This is the first WPL edition after India's maiden ODI World Cup win in November last year. Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, UP Warriorz and Delhi Capitals are the five teams in the tournament which is being played from Janaury 9 to February 5.

WPL 2026 Guide: Full squads, new Captains, and complete schedule for Navi Mumbai & Vadodara

Former Australia captain Meg Lanning has been named as the new captain of UP Warriorz (UPW) for the upcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL) season. The franchise announced the decision on Sunday (Jan 4) through its social media platforms. Meg replaces Deepti Sharma, who led the team in the 2025 season when regular captain Alyssa Healy was unavailable. Meg said she feels proud to lead UP Warriorz and also praised how the WPL has grown over the years, with better competition and new talent coming through each season.&nbsp;“It is a real honour to be named captain of the UP Warriorz. As the WPL enters its fourth season, it’s been incredible to see how the league has evolved, the quality of cricket, the competitiveness and the emergence of exciting new talent continue to raise the standard each year," said Meg in a franchise statement.&nbsp;This is a talented group with a strong mix of international experience and Indian players, and I’m really looking forward to the challenge ahead. We’ll work hard together and give ourselves every opportunity to lift the trophy,” she added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-michael-vaughan-harry-brook-jason-gillespie-think-about-bad-light-ending-day-one-play-at-scg-1767517509882">Here’s what Vaughan, Gillespie think about bad light ending day one play at SCG</a>&nbsp;The 33-year-old Meg Lanning joined UP Warriorz for INR 1.9 crore ($2,11,077) at last year’s mega auction after Delhi Capitals did not retain her.&nbsp;&nbsp;UPW head coach Abhishek Nayar said Meg brings calmness, experience and strong leadership skills to the team. He added that her ability to handle pressure and connect with players makes her the right choice to lead the side this season.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Meg brings a rare combination of experience, clarity, and calmness that sets her apart as a leader. Her understanding of the game, ability to manage high-pressure moments, and connect with players makes her the ideal captain for this group. We’re confident she will play a key role in shaping the team’s approach this season,” said Abhishek Nayar, UPW head coach.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vijay-hazare-trophy-iyer-confirms-availability-for-mumbai-s-final-two-league-matches-1767513673168">VHT: Iyer confirms availability for Mumbai's final two league matches</a>&nbsp;UP Warriorz COO Kshemal Waingankar said Meg’s leadership and consistency fit perfectly with the team’s long-term vision. He believes her presence will make a big difference both on and off the field.&nbsp;So far in her WPL career, Meg has played 27 matches and scored 952 runs at a strike rate of 127.10, including nine half-centuries. UP Warriorz, who are still searching for their first WPL title, will begin their 2026 season against Gujarat Giants on Jan 10 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

UP Warriorz, who are still searching for their first WPL title, will begin their 2026 season against Gujarat Giants on Jan 10 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

Former Australia captain Meg Lanning has been named as the new captain of UP Warriorz (UPW) for the upcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL) season. The franchise announced the decision on Sunday (Jan 4) through its social media platforms. Meg replaces Deepti Sharma, who led the team in the 2025 season when regular captain Alyssa Healy was unavailable. Meg said she feels proud to lead UP Warriorz and also praised how the WPL has grown over the years, with better competition and new talent coming through each season. “It is a real honour to be named captain of the UP Warriorz. As the WPL enters its fourth season, it’s been incredible to see how the league has evolved, the quality of cricket, the competitiveness and the emergence of exciting new talent continue to raise the standard each year," said Meg in a franchise statement. This is a talented group with a strong mix of international experience and Indian players, and I’m really looking forward to the challenge ahead. We’ll work hard together and give ourselves every opportunity to lift the trophy,” she added. Also Read - Here’s what Vaughan, Gillespie think about bad light ending day one play at SCG The 33-year-old Meg Lanning joined UP Warriorz for INR 1.9 crore ($2,11,077) at last year’s mega auction after Delhi Capitals did not retain her. UPW head coach Abhishek Nayar said Meg brings calmness, experience and strong leadership skills to the team. He added that her ability to handle pressure and connect with players makes her the right choice to lead the side this season. “Meg brings a rare combination of experience, clarity, and calmness that sets her apart as a leader. Her understanding of the game, ability to manage high-pressure moments, and connect with players makes her the ideal captain for this group. We’re confident she will play a key role in shaping the team’s approach this season,” said Abhishek Nayar, UPW head coach. Also Read - VHT: Iyer confirms availability for Mumbai's final two league matches UP Warriorz COO Kshemal Waingankar said Meg’s leadership and consistency fit perfectly with the team’s long-term vision. He believes her presence will make a big difference both on and off the field. So far in her WPL career, Meg has played 27 matches and scored 952 runs at a strike rate of 127.10, including nine half-centuries. UP Warriorz, who are still searching for their first WPL title, will begin their 2026 season against Gujarat Giants on Jan 10 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. With inputs from agencies

UP Warriorz, who are still searching for their first WPL title, will begin their 2026 season against Gujarat Giants on Jan 10 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

WPL 2026: UP Warriorz appoint Meg Lanning as new captain for upcoming season

Discover the top 5 six-hitters of WPL 2025. These powerful batters dominated the boundary-hitting charts, delivering big hits and match-winning performances throughout the season.


Discover the top 5 six-hitters of WPL 2025. These powerful batters dominated the boundary-hitting charts, delivering big hits and match-winning performances throughout the season.

From Shafali Verma to Ellyse Perry: Meet the top 5 six-hitters of WPL 2025

Two key Australian all-rounders will miss the 2026 Women’s Premier League season, with Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland withdrawing from the tournament for personal reasons, dealing a blow to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC) respectively. Royal Challengers Bengaluru confirmed that Perry will not be available for WPL 2026 and have named Indian pacer Sayali Satghare as her replacement.&nbsp;<h2>Alana replaces Sutherland</h2>Delhi Capitals, meanwhile, have roped in leg-spinner Alana King as a replacement for Sutherland. The withdrawals come just weeks before the season, forcing teams to quickly adjust their squad balance.Perry has been one of the most influential players in WPL history. The Australian all-rounder featured in all three seasons for RCB and played a major role in the franchise’s title-winning campaign in the second edition. Across 25 matches, Perry scored 972 runs and picked up 14 wickets, often anchoring the batting while contributing with the ball.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-batters-with-most-runs-in-wpl-history-3-batters-from-mumbai-indians-feature-check-who-1767090177914">5 batters with most runs in WPL history: 2 batters from Mumbai Indians feature, check who?</a>&nbsp;Ahead of the WPL 2026 auction, RCB had retained Perry along with Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh and Shreyanka Patil, underlining her importance to the side. Her replacement, Sayali Satghare, was part of the Gujarat Giants squad in 2025. While she managed just one wicket in four matches, the Indian seamer has international experience, having represented India in three ODIs. RCB will hope she can step up on the big stage and add depth to their bowling attack.&nbsp;Annabel Sutherland’s absence is another setback, this time for the Delhi Capitals. The Australian all-rounder previously played for the Gujarat Giants in the inaugural season before moving to DC. She enjoyed a productive 2025 season, scoring 95 runs and taking nine wickets. Sutherland was among DC’s five retained players, alongside Jemimah Rodrigues, Marizanne Kapp, Shafali Verma and N. Shree Charani.&nbsp;Delhi have turned to Alana King, a leg-spinner with strong international credentials. King has played just one WPL match so far, turning out for UP Warriorz in 2025. However, her T20I record stands out, with 27 wickets in 27 matches at an average of 18.81.&nbsp;Meanwhile, UP Warriorz will also be without Tara Norris, who has been named in the USA squad for the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers. Australian all-rounder Charli Knott has been named as her replacement.

Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland have withdrawn from WPL 2026 for personal reasons, forcing Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals to name replacements ahead of the upcoming season.


Two key Australian all-rounders will miss the 2026 Women’s Premier League season, with Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland withdrawing from the tournament for personal reasons, dealing a blow to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC) respectively. Royal Challengers Bengaluru confirmed that Perry will not be available for WPL 2026 and have named Indian pacer Sayali Satghare as her replacement. Alana replaces Sutherland Delhi Capitals, meanwhile, have roped in leg-spinner Alana King as a replacement for Sutherland. The withdrawals come just weeks before the season, forcing teams to quickly adjust their squad balance. Perry has been one of the most influential players in WPL history. The Australian all-rounder featured in all three seasons for RCB and played a major role in the franchise’s title-winning campaign in the second edition. Across 25 matches, Perry scored 972 runs and picked up 14 wickets, often anchoring the batting while contributing with the ball. Also read | 5 batters with most runs in WPL history: 2 batters from Mumbai Indians feature, check who? Ahead of the WPL 2026 auction, RCB had retained Perry along with Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh and Shreyanka Patil, underlining her importance to the side. Her replacement, Sayali Satghare, was part of the Gujarat Giants squad in 2025. While she managed just one wicket in four matches, the Indian seamer has international experience, having represented India in three ODIs. RCB will hope she can step up on the big stage and add depth to their bowling attack. Annabel Sutherland’s absence is another setback, this time for the Delhi Capitals. The Australian all-rounder previously played for the Gujarat Giants in the inaugural season before moving to DC. She enjoyed a productive 2025 season, scoring 95 runs and taking nine wickets. Sutherland was among DC’s five retained players, alongside Jemimah Rodrigues, Marizanne Kapp, Shafali Verma and N. Shree Charani. Delhi have turned to Alana King, a leg-spinner with strong international credentials. King has played just one WPL match so far, turning out for UP Warriorz in 2025. However, her T20I record stands out, with 27 wickets in 27 matches at an average of 18.81. Meanwhile, UP Warriorz will also be without Tara Norris, who has been named in the USA squad for the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers. Australian all-rounder Charli Knott has been named as her replacement.

Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland have withdrawn from WPL 2026 for personal reasons, forcing Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals to name replacements ahead of the upcoming season.

WPL 2026: Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland withdraw from tournament, replacements announced

A look at the leading run-scorers in the Women’s Premier League, featuring matches played, total runs, averages and key batting performances that have shaped the tournament across multiple seasons.


A look at the leading run-scorers in the Women’s Premier League, featuring matches played, total runs, averages and key batting performances that have shaped the tournament across multiple seasons.

5 batters with most runs in WPL history: 2 batters from Mumbai Indians feature, check who?

Mumbai Indians (MI) on Monday (Dec 29) named former Australia leg-spinner Kristen Beams as their new spin bowling coach for the 2026 Women’s Premier League. She will work with head coach Lisa Keightley and fast-bowling coach Jhulan Goswami as the two-time champions look to defend their title. Beams played international cricket for Australia in all formats, including one Test, 30 ODIs and 18 T20Is, and also featured regularly in the Women’s Big Bash League.&nbsp;&nbsp;After retiring, she moved into coaching and gained experience in tournaments like the WBBL and The Hundred. She has also coached Australia’s Under-19 women’s team and held senior roles with Cricket Australia and Cricket Tasmania.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/british-boxer-anthony-joshua-miraculously-escapes-fatal-car-crash-in-nigeria-with-minor-injuries-1767017117912">British boxer Anthony Joshua miraculously escapes fatal car crash in Nigeria</a>&nbsp;During her playing career, she was a key performer in Australia’s 2017 ODI World Cup win, finishing as the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a video statement on Instagram, she said, “it’s my first time back as the coach. It’s an incredible opportunity to work with someone like a Jhulan Goswami, one of the greats of the game, somebody I played cricket against."&nbsp;&nbsp;“Incredible culture. They have developed a winning culture over a really long period of time but a family, that’s what you hear everyone talking about that this group is so tight-knit and it’s a family. It’s what you want to be a part of. I think, as a coach coming in, that’s exactly what you want to be able to do, walk into an environment that feels really tight-knit and a team that knows how to win," she added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vijay-hazare-trophy-will-virat-kohli-play-in-delhi-vs-railways-ddca-chief-drops-major-update-1767007341231">VHT: Will Kohli play in Delhi vs Railways? DDCA chief drops major update</a><h2>Watch the video</h2>

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<h2>MI squad for WPL 2026</h2>Harmanpreet Kaur, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, Amanjot Kaur, Kamalini G, Amelia Kerr, Shabnim Ismail, Sanskriti Gupta, Sajana Sajeevan, Rahila Firdous, Nicola Carey, Poonam Khemnar, Triveni Vasistha, Nalla Reddy, Saika Ishaque and Milly Illingworth

During her playing career, she was a key performer in Australia’s 2017 ODI World Cup win, finishing as the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament. 

Mumbai Indians (MI) on Monday (Dec 29) named former Australia leg-spinner Kristen Beams as their new spin bowling coach for the 2026 Women’s Premier League. She will work with head coach Lisa Keightley and fast-bowling coach Jhulan Goswami as the two-time champions look to defend their title. Beams played international cricket for Australia in all formats, including one Test, 30 ODIs and 18 T20Is, and also featured regularly in the Women’s Big Bash League. After retiring, she moved into coaching and gained experience in tournaments like the WBBL and The Hundred. She has also coached Australia’s Under-19 women’s team and held senior roles with Cricket Australia and Cricket Tasmania. Also Read - British boxer Anthony Joshua miraculously escapes fatal car crash in Nigeria During her playing career, she was a key performer in Australia’s 2017 ODI World Cup win, finishing as the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament. In a video statement on Instagram, she said, “it’s my first time back as the coach. It’s an incredible opportunity to work with someone like a Jhulan Goswami, one of the greats of the game, somebody I played cricket against." “Incredible culture. They have developed a winning culture over a really long period of time but a family, that’s what you hear everyone talking about that this group is so tight-knit and it’s a family. It’s what you want to be a part of. I think, as a coach coming in, that’s exactly what you want to be able to do, walk into an environment that feels really tight-knit and a team that knows how to win," she added. Also Read - VHT: Will Kohli play in Delhi vs Railways? DDCA chief drops major update Watch the video

During her playing career, she was a key performer in Australia’s 2017 ODI World Cup win, finishing as the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament.&nbsp;

WPL 2026: Mumbai Indians appoint Kristen Beams as new spin bowling coach

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 is all set to begin on Jan 9, and fans can start buying tickets online from December 26. The BCCI has named District as the official ticketing partner for the fourth season of the league. This year’s tournament will be played across two venues, the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai and the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. The season opener will see Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on last year’s champions, Mumbai Indians, in Navi Mumbai. A total of 11 matches will be held in Mumbai from January 9 to January 17. After that, the league will move to Vadodara, where the remaining 11 matches, including the playoffs, will be hosted at the BCA Stadium.&nbsp;Along with RCB and MI, the other teams competing this season are Delhi Capitals, UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aus-vs-eng-4th-ashes-when-and-where-to-watch-australia-vs-england-match-live-streaming-in-india-1766676519545">AUS vs ENG, 4th Ashes: When and where to watch match live streaming in India?</a><h2>All you need to know about WPL 2026 ticket sale</h2><h3>Where to buy WPL 2026 tickets</h3>The tickets for WPL 2026 will be sold on the official WPL website and the District app by Zomato platform.<h3>When will ticket sales start</h3>

Online ticket sales for WPL 2026 will begin at 6:00 PM IST on Friday (December 26).<h2>WPL 2026 mega auction</h2>The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 mega auction took place in New Delhi on Nov 27 with 277 players competed for 73 spots. Deepti Sharma became the costliest signing of the day after UP Warriorz used their Right to Match (RTM) card to bring her back for INR 3.20 crore.&nbsp;&nbsp;This signing also made her the second-most expensive Indian player in the auction and also the first one to be retained through RTM.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mumbai Indians spent INR 3 crore to sign New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr again, even though they had released her before the auction. She became the second-most expensive overseas player.&nbsp;One of the biggest shocks came right at the start of the auction when Australian captain Alyssa Healy went unsold. Another Australian player, Alana King, also did not receive any bids, even during the accelerated round.

 A total of 11 matches will be held in Mumbai from January 9 to January 17. After that, the league will move to Vadodara, where the remaining 11 matches, including the playoffs, will be hosted at the BCA Stadium.

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 is all set to begin on Jan 9, and fans can start buying tickets online from December 26. The BCCI has named District as the official ticketing partner for the fourth season of the league. This year’s tournament will be played across two venues, the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai and the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. The season opener will see Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on last year’s champions, Mumbai Indians, in Navi Mumbai. A total of 11 matches will be held in Mumbai from January 9 to January 17. After that, the league will move to Vadodara, where the remaining 11 matches, including the playoffs, will be hosted at the BCA Stadium. Along with RCB and MI, the other teams competing this season are Delhi Capitals, UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants. Also Read - AUS vs ENG, 4th Ashes: When and where to watch match live streaming in India? All you need to know about WPL 2026 ticket sale Where to buy WPL 2026 tickets The tickets for WPL 2026 will be sold on the official WPL website and the District app by Zomato platform. When will ticket sales start

A total of 11 matches will be held in Navi Mumbai from January 9 to January 17. After that, the league will move to Vadodara, where the remaining 11 matches, including the playoffs, will be hosted at the BCA Stadium.

WPL 2026: Your complete guide to ticket booking, dates, and venues. Details inside

The WPL 2026 full schedule is now out. While the forthcoming season, starting January 9, will see two double-headers, both played on Saturdays, its final will also be played on a weekday (February 5) for the first time in four seasons. The 28-day tournament will get underway in Navi Mumbai – the very venue where the Indian women’s team lifted its maiden ODI World Cup crown earlier this month, with the remaining matches scheduled in Vadodara, the second of the two venues for WPL 2026.&nbsp;The DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai will host the first 11 matches, including two double headers, before the action moves to Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium, which will also stage the Eliminator (February 3) and the finale on Thursday (Feb 5).&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-2025-shubman-gill-shreyas-iyer-return-from-injuries-bowling-coach-morne-morkel-answers-1764393411615">How long before Gill and Iyer return from injuries? Bowling coach Morkel answers</a>&nbsp;While the dates and the two venues were confirmed ahead of the first-ever WPL 2026 mega auction this Thursday (Nov 27) in New Delhi, with the league chairman Jayesh George making it official, all games, barring the first fixtures in the double headers, will be played in the evenings.&nbsp;Besides the two first-timers, including a weekday hosting the finale and two double headers, it’s also for the first time that a WPL season shall be held in the January-February window. Since its inception in 2023, the February-March window has hosted the three concluded seasons. Also, for the first time, WPL 2026 will not coincide with significant international fixtures.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Mumbai Indians (MI) won it twice in three seasons, while the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) also tasted success in 2024. Delhi Capitals (DC), however, were the runners-up in all three seasons.<h2>WPL 2026 Full Schedule –</h2>Navi Mumbai leg&nbsp;<ul><li>Jan 9: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Jan 10: UP Warriorz vs Gujarat Giants</li><li>Jan 10: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals</li><li>Jan 11: Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants</li><li>Jan 12: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs UP Warriorz</li><li>Jan 13: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants</li><li>Jan 14: UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals</li><li>Jan 15: Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz</li><li>Jan 16: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Giants</li><li>Jan 17: UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians</li><li>Jan 17: Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li></ul>Vadodara leg&nbsp;<ul><li>Jan 19: Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Jan 20: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians</li><li>Jan 22: Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz</li><li>Jan 24: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals</li><li>Jan 26: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Mumbai Indians</li><li>Jan 27: Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals</li><li>Jan 29: UP Warriorz vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Jan 30: Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians</li><li>Feb 1: Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz</li><li>Feb 3: Eliminator</li><li>Feb 5: Final</li></ul>

Navi Mumbai will host the first 11 matches, including two double headers, before the action moves to Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium, which will also stage the Eliminator (February 3) and the finale on Thursday (Feb 5).

The WPL 2026 full schedule is now out. While the forthcoming season, starting January 9, will see two double-headers, both played on Saturdays, its final will also be played on a weekday (February 5) for the first time in four seasons. The 28-day tournament will get underway in Navi Mumbai – the very venue where the Indian women’s team lifted its maiden ODI World Cup crown earlier this month, with the remaining matches scheduled in Vadodara, the second of the two venues for WPL 2026. The DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai will host the first 11 matches, including two double headers, before the action moves to Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium, which will also stage the Eliminator (February 3) and the finale on Thursday (Feb 5). Also read | How long before Gill and Iyer return from injuries? Bowling coach Morkel answers While the dates and the two venues were confirmed ahead of the first-ever WPL 2026 mega auction this Thursday (Nov 27) in New Delhi, with the league chairman Jayesh George making it official, all games, barring the first fixtures in the double headers, will be played in the evenings. Besides the two first-timers, including a weekday hosting the finale and two double headers, it’s also for the first time that a WPL season shall be held in the January-February window. Since its inception in 2023, the February-March window has hosted the three concluded seasons. Also, for the first time, WPL 2026 will not coincide with significant international fixtures. Meanwhile, the Mumbai Indians (MI) won it twice in three seasons, while the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) also tasted success in 2024. Delhi Capitals (DC), however, were the runners-up in all three seasons. WPL 2026 Full Schedule – Navi Mumbai leg Jan 9: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Jan 10: UP Warriorz vs Gujarat Giants Jan 10: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals Jan 11: Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants Jan 12: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs UP Warriorz Jan 13: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants Jan 14: UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals Jan 15: Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz Jan 16: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Giants Jan 17: UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Jan 17: Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Vadodara leg Jan 19: Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Jan 20: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians Jan 22: Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz Jan 24: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals Jan 26: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Mumbai Indians Jan 27: Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals Jan 29: UP Warriorz vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Jan 30: Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians Feb 1: Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz Feb 3: Eliminator Feb 5: Final

Navi Mumbai will host the first 11 matches, including two double headers, before the action moves to Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium, which will also stage the Eliminator (February 3) and the finale on Thursday (Feb 5).

WPL 2026 Full Schedule - Two double headers, final on weekday; details inside

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 mega auction took place in New Delhi on Thursday (Nov 27) with 277 players competing for 73 spots. Deepti Sharma became the costliest signing of the day after UP Warriorz used their Right to Match (RTM) card to bring her back for INR 3.20 crore. This signing also made her the second-most expensive Indian player in the auction and also the first one to be retained through RTM.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mumbai Indians spent INR 3 crore to sign New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr again, even though they had released her before the auction. She became the second-most expensive overseas player.&nbsp;&nbsp;One of the biggest shocks came right at the start of the auction when Australian captain Alyssa Healy went unsold. Another Australian player, Alana King, also did not receive any bids, even during the accelerated round.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-26-cummins-misses-as-australia-name-unchanged-14-man-squad-for-brisbane-test-1764302924158">Ashes 2025-26: Cummins misses as Australia name unchanged 14-man squad for Brisbane Test</a><h2>WPL 2026: Complete squads for all teams</h2>Here's a look at the complete squads of all teams after Women's Premier League 2026 mega auction which took place on Thursday (Nov 27) in New Delhi:&nbsp;Mumbai Indians:&nbsp;Nat Sciver-Brunt (Retained 3.5 Cr),&nbsp;Harmanpreet Kaur&nbsp;(Retained 2.5 Cr), Hayley Mathews (Retained 1.75 Cr),&nbsp;Amanjot Kaur&nbsp;(Retained 1 Cr),&nbsp;G Kamalini&nbsp;(Retained 50 Lakh), Amelia Kerr (3 Cr), Shabnim Ismail (60 Lakh),&nbsp;Sanskriti Gupta&nbsp;(20 Lakh),&nbsp;Sajeevan Sajana&nbsp;(75 Lakh),&nbsp;Triveni Vasistha&nbsp;(20 Lakh), Nalla Reddy (10 Lakh),&nbsp;Saika Ishaque&nbsp;(30 Lakh), Rahila Firdous&nbsp;(10 Lakh), Nicola Carey (30 Lakh),&nbsp;Poonam Khemnar&nbsp;(10 Lakh) and Milly Illingworth&nbsp;(10 Lakh) Delhi Capitals:&nbsp;Jemimah Rodrigues (Retained 2.2 Cr),&nbsp;Shafali Verma&nbsp;(Retained 2.2 Cr),&nbsp;Annabel Sutherland&nbsp;(Retained 2.2 Cr),&nbsp;Marizanne Kapp&nbsp;(Retained 2.2 Cr),&nbsp;Niki Prasad&nbsp;(Retained 50 Lakh),&nbsp;Laura Wolvaardt&nbsp;(1.1 Cr), Chinelle Henry (1.3 Cr), Sree Charani (1.3 Cr),&nbsp;Sneh Rana&nbsp;(50 Lakh), Lizelee Lee (30 Lakh),&nbsp;Deeya Yadav&nbsp;(10 Lakh), Taniyaa Bhatia (30 Lakh),&nbsp;Mamatha Madiwala&nbsp;(10 Lakh),&nbsp;Nandani Sharma&nbsp;(20 Lakh), Lucy Hamilton (10 Lakh) and Minnu Mani&nbsp;(40 Lakh) Royal Challengers Bengaluru:&nbsp;Smriti Mandhana&nbsp;(Retained 3.5 Cr),&nbsp;Richa Ghosh&nbsp;(Retained 2.75 Cr),&nbsp;Ellyse Perry&nbsp;(Retained 2 Cr),&nbsp;Shreyanka Patil&nbsp;(Retained 60 Lakh),&nbsp;Georgia Voll&nbsp;(60 Lakh),&nbsp;Nadine de Klerk&nbsp;(65 Lakh),&nbsp;Radha Yadav&nbsp;(65 Lakh),&nbsp;Lauren Bell&nbsp;(90 Lakh),&nbsp;Linsey Smith&nbsp;(30 Lakh),&nbsp;Prema Rawat&nbsp;(RTM 20 Lakh), Arundathi Reddy (75 Lakh),&nbsp;Pooja Vastrakar&nbsp;(85 Lakh),&nbsp;Grace Harris&nbsp;(75 Lakh),&nbsp;Gautami Naik&nbsp;(10 Lakh),&nbsp;Prathyoosha Kumar&nbsp;(10 Lakh) and D Hemalatha (30 Lakh) Gujarat Giants:&nbsp;Ashleigh Gardner&nbsp;(Retained 3.5 Cr),&nbsp;Beth Mooney&nbsp;(Retained 2.5 Cr),&nbsp;Sophie Devine&nbsp;(2 Cr),&nbsp;Renuka Singh&nbsp;(60 Lakh),&nbsp;Bharti Fulmali&nbsp;(RTM 70 Lakh),&nbsp;Titas Sadhu&nbsp;(30 Lakh),&nbsp;Kashvee Gautam&nbsp;(RTM 65 Lakh),&nbsp;Kanika Ahuja&nbsp;(30 Lakh),&nbsp;Tanuja Kanwar&nbsp;(45 Lakh),&nbsp;Georgia Wareham&nbsp;(1 Cr),&nbsp;Anushka Sharma&nbsp;(45 Lakh),&nbsp;Happy Kumari&nbsp;(10 Lakh), Kim Garth (50 Lakh),&nbsp;Yastika Bhatia&nbsp;(50 Lakh),&nbsp;Shivani Singh&nbsp;(10 Lakh), Danni Wyatt-Hodge (50 Lakh),&nbsp;Rajeshwari Gayakwad&nbsp;(40 Lakh) and Ayushi Soni&nbsp;(30 Lakh)&nbsp;UP Warriorz:&nbsp;Shweta Sehrawat&nbsp;(Retained 50 Lakh), Deepti Sharma (RTM 3.2 Cr),&nbsp;Sophie Ecclestone&nbsp;(RTM 85 Lakh),&nbsp;Meg Lanning&nbsp;(1.9 Cr),&nbsp;Phoebe Litchfield&nbsp;(1.2 Cr),&nbsp;Kiran Navgire&nbsp;(RTM 60 Lakh),&nbsp;Harleen Deol&nbsp;(50 Lakh),&nbsp;Kranti Goud&nbsp;(RTM 50 Lakh), Asha Sobhana (1.1 Crore),&nbsp;Deandra Dottin&nbsp;(80 Lakh), Shikha Pandey (2.4 Crore), Shipra Giri (10 Lakh),&nbsp;Simran Shaikh&nbsp;(10 Lakh),&nbsp;Tara Norris&nbsp;(10 Lakh),&nbsp;Chloe Tryon&nbsp;(30 Lakh),&nbsp;Suman Meena&nbsp;(10 Lakh),&nbsp;G Trisha&nbsp;(10 Lakh) and&nbsp;Pratika Rawal&nbsp;(50 Lakh)

Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma became the costliest signing of the day after UP Warriorz used their Right to Match (RTM) card to bring her back for INR 3.20 crore. 

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 mega auction took place in New Delhi on Thursday (Nov 27) with 277 players competing for 73 spots. Deepti Sharma became the costliest signing of the day after UP Warriorz used their Right to Match (RTM) card to bring her back for INR 3.20 crore. This signing also made her the second-most expensive Indian player in the auction and also the first one to be retained through RTM. Mumbai Indians spent INR 3 crore to sign New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr again, even though they had released her before the auction. She became the second-most expensive overseas player. One of the biggest shocks came right at the start of the auction when Australian captain Alyssa Healy went unsold. Another Australian player, Alana King, also did not receive any bids, even during the accelerated round. Also Read - Ashes 2025-26: Cummins misses as Australia name unchanged 14-man squad for Brisbane Test WPL 2026: Complete squads for all teams Here's a look at the complete squads of all teams after Women's Premier League 2026 mega auction which took place on Thursday (Nov 27) in New Delhi: Mumbai Indians: Nat Sciver-Brunt (Retained 3.5 Cr), Harmanpreet Kaur (Retained 2.5 Cr), Hayley Mathews (Retained 1.75 Cr), Amanjot Kaur (Retained 1 Cr), G Kamalini (Retained 50 Lakh), Amelia Kerr (3 Cr), Shabnim Ismail (60 Lakh), Sanskriti Gupta (20 Lakh), Sajeevan Sajana (75 Lakh), Triveni Vasistha (20 Lakh), Nalla Reddy (10 Lakh), Saika Ishaque (30 Lakh), Rahila Firdous (10 Lakh), Nicola Carey (30 Lakh), Poonam Khemnar (10 Lakh) and Milly Illingworth (10 Lakh) Delhi Capitals: Jemimah Rodrigues (Retained 2.2 Cr), Shafali Verma (Retained 2.2 Cr), Annabel Sutherland (Retained 2.2 Cr), Marizanne Kapp (Retained 2.2 Cr), Niki Prasad (Retained 50 Lakh), Laura Wolvaardt (1.1 Cr), Chinelle Henry (1.3 Cr), Sree Charani (1.3 Cr), Sneh Rana (50 Lakh), Lizelee Lee (30 Lakh), Deeya Yadav (10 Lakh), Taniyaa Bhatia (30 Lakh), Mamatha Madiwala (10 Lakh), Nandani Sharma (20 Lakh), Lucy Hamilton (10 Lakh) and Minnu Mani (40 Lakh) Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Smriti Mandhana (Retained 3.5 Cr), Richa Ghosh (Retained 2.75 Cr), Ellyse Perry (Retained 2 Cr), Shreyanka Patil (Retained 60 Lakh), Georgia Voll (60 Lakh), Nadine de Klerk (65 Lakh), Radha Yadav (65 Lakh), Lauren Bell (90 Lakh), Linsey Smith (30 Lakh), Prema Rawat (RTM 20 Lakh), Arundathi Reddy (75 Lakh), Pooja Vastrakar (85 Lakh), Grace Harris (75 Lakh), Gautami Naik (10 Lakh), Prathyoosha Kumar (10 Lakh) and D Hemalatha (30 Lakh) Gujarat Giants: Ashleigh Gardner (Retained 3.5 Cr), Beth Mooney (Retained 2.5 Cr), Sophie Devine (2 Cr), Renuka Singh (60 Lakh), Bharti Fulmali (RTM 70 Lakh), Titas Sadhu (30 Lakh), Kashvee Gautam (RTM 65 Lakh), Kanika Ahuja (30 Lakh), Tanuja Kanwar (45 Lakh), Georgia Wareham (1 Cr), Anushka Sharma (45 Lakh), Happy Kumari (10 Lakh), Kim Garth (50 Lakh), Yastika Bhatia (50 Lakh), Shivani Singh (10 Lakh), Danni Wyatt-Hodge (50 Lakh), Rajeshwari Gayakwad (40 Lakh) and Ayushi Soni (30 Lakh) UP Warriorz: Shweta Sehrawat (Retained 50 Lakh), Deepti Sharma (RTM 3.2 Cr), Sophie Ecclestone (RTM 85 Lakh), Meg Lanning (1.9 Cr), Phoebe Litchfield (1.2 Cr), Kiran Navgire (RTM 60 Lakh), Harleen Deol (50 Lakh), Kranti Goud (RTM 50 Lakh), Asha Sobhana (1.1 Crore), Deandra Dottin (80 Lakh), Shikha Pandey (2.4 Crore), Shipra Giri (10 Lakh), Simran Shaikh (10 Lakh), Tara Norris (10 Lakh), Chloe Tryon (30 Lakh), Suman Meena (10 Lakh), G Trisha (10 Lakh) and Pratika Rawal (50 Lakh)

Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma became the costliest signing of the day after UP Warriorz used their Right to Match (RTM) card to bring her back for INR 3.20 crore.&nbsp;

WPL 2026: How teams stack up after auction - Check full squads of all five franchises

On the day when the Women’s Premier League (WPL) mega auction is underway in the capital city (New Delhi), the league chairman announced the dates and venues of the forthcoming season - WPL 2026. Ahead of the start of the mega auction on Thursday (Nov 27), Jayesh George announced that the WPL 2026 will run from January 9 to February 5 next year, with two cities, Navi Mumbai and Vadodara, staging the whole tournament. While the first three seasons were held in the February-March window earlier, this is the first time the January-February window will host this tournament.&nbsp;Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium – the very venue where the Indian women’s team won its maiden 50-over World Cup title, beating South Africa in the final, will host the season opener and subsequently the first leg of WPL 2026. The action will then move to the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, which will also stage the finale. This season, however, will also not coincide with the women’s international calendar for the first time.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jemimah-rodrigues-pulls-out-of-wbbl-amid-smriti-mandhana-s-wedding-chaos-1764230466856">Jemimah Rodrigues pulls out of WBBL amid Smriti Mandhana’s wedding chaos</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, Thursday (Nov 27) marked the first time WPL’s mega auction took place since its inception three years ago in 2023, with the Right-to-Match (RTM) cards also made available to the teams for the first time in the Women’s Premier League. This rule, however, is an integral part of the Indian Premier League (IPL). &nbsp;Ten days after the WPL 2026 wraps up, the Indian women’s team will tour Australia for an all-format tour, including three T20Is, as many ODIs and a Test (February 15 to March 9). &nbsp;The Mumbai Indians (MI) are the WPL defending champions, having won two of the three concluded editions. While the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the title once (last year), with the men’s team winning it this season, the Delhi Capitals have finished as runners-up across all three seasons.

While the first three seasons were held in the February-March window earlier, this is the first time the January-February window will host this tournament.

On the day when the Women’s Premier League (WPL) mega auction is underway in the capital city (New Delhi), the league chairman announced the dates and venues of the forthcoming season - WPL 2026. Ahead of the start of the mega auction on Thursday (Nov 27), Jayesh George announced that the WPL 2026 will run from January 9 to February 5 next year, with two cities, Navi Mumbai and Vadodara, staging the whole tournament. While the first three seasons were held in the February-March window earlier, this is the first time the January-February window will host this tournament. Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium – the very venue where the Indian women’s team won its maiden 50-over World Cup title, beating South Africa in the final, will host the season opener and subsequently the first leg of WPL 2026. The action will then move to the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, which will also stage the finale. This season, however, will also not coincide with the women’s international calendar for the first time. Also read | Jemimah Rodrigues pulls out of WBBL amid Smriti Mandhana’s wedding chaos Meanwhile, Thursday (Nov 27) marked the first time WPL’s mega auction took place since its inception three years ago in 2023, with the Right-to-Match (RTM) cards also made available to the teams for the first time in the Women’s Premier League. This rule, however, is an integral part of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Ten days after the WPL 2026 wraps up, the Indian women’s team will tour Australia for an all-format tour, including three T20Is, as many ODIs and a Test (February 15 to March 9). The Mumbai Indians (MI) are the WPL defending champions, having won two of the three concluded editions. While the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the title once (last year), with the men’s team winning it this season, the Delhi Capitals have finished as runners-up across all three seasons.

While the first three seasons were held in the February-March window earlier, this is the first time the January-February window will host this tournament.

WPL 2026 schedule: Navi Mumbai among two venues named; all details inside

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to use the January window to accommodate the Women’s Premier League (WPL) season in 2026 as the apex body gets ready for the biggest carnival of women’s franchise cricket. With the Men’s T20 World Cup and then the Indian Premier League (IPL) set to block key dates on the calendar, the BCCI might use the January window to accommodate the WPL. If true, according to media reports, the latest season can start as early as January 7 with venues in Mumbai and Baroda on the itinerary.<h2>WPL from January 7?</h2>According to prominent cricket website Cricbuzz, the BCCI has held informal conversations with the stakeholders for the upcoming season as they get near the WPL auctions. The BCCI is planning to have an entirely free window for the WPL, putting every possible effort to avoid overlapping of dates with the ICC T20 World Cup starting on February 7 in India. According to reports, the BCCI is planning to conclude the WPL on or before February 3, giving a clear window for the T20 World Cup, where India is the host.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Last season, the WPL coincided with the ICC Champions Trophy, losing commercial revenues as a result. The BCCI is also planning to inform all five franchises of the tentative date for the start and finish of the WPL, along with the venues.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Initially, four cities were shortlisted to host WPL 2026; however, only Mumbai and Baroda look like they are in the running. In case Mumbai is selected, then Navi Mumbai’s D.Y. Patil Stadium will be chosen as the host for the opening leg. It is the same venue where India won the ODI World Cup on November 2, as they got the better of South Africa in the final.

With the Men’s T20 World Cup and then the Indian Premier League (IPL) set to block key dates on the calendar, the BCCI might use the January window to accommodate the Women's Premier League (WPL).

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to use the January window to accommodate the Women’s Premier League (WPL) season in 2026 as the apex body gets ready for the biggest carnival of women’s franchise cricket. With the Men’s T20 World Cup and then the Indian Premier League (IPL) set to block key dates on the calendar, the BCCI might use the January window to accommodate the WPL. If true, according to media reports, the latest season can start as early as January 7 with venues in Mumbai and Baroda on the itinerary. WPL from January 7? According to prominent cricket website Cricbuzz, the BCCI has held informal conversations with the stakeholders for the upcoming season as they get near the WPL auctions. The BCCI is planning to have an entirely free window for the WPL, putting every possible effort to avoid overlapping of dates with the ICC T20 World Cup starting on February 7 in India. According to reports, the BCCI is planning to conclude the WPL on or before February 3, giving a clear window for the T20 World Cup, where India is the host. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Last season, the WPL coincided with the ICC Champions Trophy, losing commercial revenues as a result. The BCCI is also planning to inform all five franchises of the tentative date for the start and finish of the WPL, along with the venues. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Initially, four cities were shortlisted to host WPL 2026; however, only Mumbai and Baroda look like they are in the running. In case Mumbai is selected, then Navi Mumbai’s D.Y. Patil Stadium will be chosen as the host for the opening leg. It is the same venue where India won the ODI World Cup on November 2, as they got the better of South Africa in the final.

With the Men’s T20 World Cup and then the Indian Premier League (IPL) set to block key dates on the calendar, the BCCI might use the January window to accommodate the Women's Premier League (WPL).

WPL 2026 likely to start on Jan 7 with venues in Mumbai, Baroda - Report

The deadline for the Women’s Premier League (WPL 2026) came to an end on Wednesday (Nov 5) as all five franchises are now set to enter the auction pool. Among the top retained players are Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma, who shone in the recently concluded Women’s ODI World Cup. However, top players that won’t be retained by the franchises include Alyssa Healy, Meg Lanning and India’s World Cup-winning hero Deepti Sharma.<h2>WPL possible retentions</h2>According to ESPNcricinfo two teams - defending champions Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals - have retained five players, the maximum allowed by WPL; Royals Challengers Bengaluru have retained four players, Gujarat Giants have retained two and UP Warriorz have retained one.&nbsp;Delhi Capitals: Annabel Sutherland, Marizanne Kapp, Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Niki PrasadMumbai Indians: Harmanpreet Kaur, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amanjot Kaur, G Kamalini and Hayley MatthewsRoyal Challengers Bengaluru: Smriti Mandhana, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka PatilGujarat Giants: Ashleigh Gardner, Beth MooneyUP Warriorz: Shweta Sehrawat.<h2>WPL auctions on November 27?</h2>After a huge success in the Women’s World Cup, the women’s game has got a huge platform as India lifted the trophy for the first time in its history. With this lift still new, the attention will be on the WPL auctions. Unlike other auctions, this will be the mega-auction version, meaning the franchises will have limited options to retain players and along with a fixed cap. If a report from India Today is believed, this year’s auction will be one to keep a close eye on as it is likely to take place in New Delhi on Nov 27.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>What was the retention slab?</h2><ul><li>Retention 1: ₹3.50 crore</li><li>Retention 2: ₹2.50 crore</li><li>Retention 3: ₹1.75 crore</li><li>Retention 4: ₹1 crore</li><li>Retention 5: ₹50 lakh</li></ul>This means a team retaining five players will have ₹9.25 crore deducted from its purse and will not be eligible for any RTM cards. Teams retaining four players will lose ₹8.75 crore but can use one RTM, while those with three retentions will have two RTMs.Each uncapped player retained will cost ₹50 lakh, and franchises are free to pay players more than the slab rate, with the excess deducted from their total purse.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>When is the registration deadline for WPL 2026?</h2>The BCCI has set November 18 as the last date for player registrations, while the final list of players eligible for the auction will be released on November 20.In 2025, the five Women’s Premier League (WPL) franchises retained a total of 71 players, leaving just 19 spots up for grabs at the upcoming auction.

Among the top retained players are Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma, who shone in the recently concluded Women’s ODI World Cup.

The deadline for the Women’s Premier League (WPL 2026) came to an end on Wednesday (Nov 5) as all five franchises are now set to enter the auction pool. Among the top retained players are Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma, who shone in the recently concluded Women’s ODI World Cup. However, top players that won’t be retained by the franchises include Alyssa Healy, Meg Lanning and India’s World Cup-winning hero Deepti Sharma. WPL possible retentions According to ESPNcricinfo two teams - defending champions Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals - have retained five players, the maximum allowed by WPL; Royals Challengers Bengaluru have retained four players, Gujarat Giants have retained two and UP Warriorz have retained one. Delhi Capitals: Annabel Sutherland, Marizanne Kapp, Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Niki Prasad Mumbai Indians: Harmanpreet Kaur, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amanjot Kaur, G Kamalini and Hayley Matthews Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Smriti Mandhana, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka Patil Gujarat Giants: Ashleigh Gardner, Beth Mooney UP Warriorz: Shweta Sehrawat. WPL auctions on November 27? After a huge success in the Women’s World Cup, the women’s game has got a huge platform as India lifted the trophy for the first time in its history. With this lift still new, the attention will be on the WPL auctions. Unlike other auctions, this will be the mega-auction version, meaning the franchises will have limited options to retain players and along with a fixed cap. If a report from India Today is believed, this year’s auction will be one to keep a close eye on as it is likely to take place in New Delhi on Nov 27. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes What was the retention slab? Retention 1: ₹3.50 crore Retention 2: ₹2.50 crore Retention 3: ₹1.75 crore Retention 4: ₹1 crore Retention 5: ₹50 lakh This means a team retaining five players will have ₹9.25 crore deducted from its purse and will not be eligible for any RTM cards. Teams retaining four players will lose ₹8.75 crore but can use one RTM, while those with three retentions will have two RTMs. Each uncapped player retained will cost ₹50 lakh, and franchises are free to pay players more than the slab rate, with the excess deducted from their total purse. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes When is the registration deadline for WPL 2026? The BCCI has set November 18 as the last date for player registrations, while the final list of players eligible for the auction will be released on November 20. In 2025, the five Women’s Premier League (WPL) franchises retained a total of 71 players, leaving just 19 spots up for grabs at the upcoming auction.

Among the top retained players are Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma, who shone in the recently concluded Women’s ODI World Cup.

WPL 2026: Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana retained by respective franchises; Deepti Sharma, Alyssa Healy released

The Women’s Premier League (WPL 2026) auctions are all set to take place at the end of the month as the funfair for the next season begins. With the deadline for the retention window set for Nov 5, franchises will have the option to pick and release players from the current crop before entering the auction table. According to early reports, the WPL 2026 auctions are set to take place on November 27, which falls on a Thursday and will take place in the national capital, New Delhi.<h2>WPL auctions on November 27?</h2>After a huge success in the Women’s World Cup, the women’s game has got a huge platform as India lifted the trophy for the first time in its history. With this lift still new, the attention will be on the WPL auctions. Unlike other auctions, this will be the mega-auction version, meaning the franchises will have limited options to retain players and along with a fixed cap. If a report from India Today is believed, this year’s auction will be one to keep a close eye on as it is likely to take place in New Delhi on Nov 27.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-laura-wolvaardt-to-jemimah-rodrigues-5-highest-individual-scores-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-alyssa-healy-pratika-rawal-phoebe-litchfield-1762156095237">From Laura Wolvaardt to Jemimah Rodrigues, 5 highest individual scores in Women’s ODI World Cup 2025</a><h2>What is the retention slab?</h2><ul><li>Retention 1: ₹3.50 crore</li><li>Retention 2: ₹2.50 crore</li><li>Retention 3: ₹1.75 crore</li><li>Retention 4: ₹1 crore</li><li>Retention 5: ₹50 lakh</li></ul>This means a team retaining five players will have ₹9.25 crore deducted from its purse and will not be eligible for any RTM cards. Teams retaining four players will lose ₹8.75 crore but can use one RTM, while those with three retentions will have two RTMs.Each uncapped player retained will cost ₹50 lakh, and franchises are free to pay players more than the slab rate, with the excess deducted from their total purse.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-outstanding-laura-wolvaardt-continues-to-impress-takes-spot-in-icc-odi-women-s-batters-ranking-1762248693495">Outstanding Laura Wolvaardt continues to impress, takes top spot in ICC ODI women's batters ranking</a><h2>When is the registration deadline for WPL 2026?</h2>The BCCI has set November 18 as the last date for player registrations, while the final list of players eligible for the auction will be released on November 20.&nbsp;In 2025, the five Women’s Premier League (WPL) franchises retained a total of 71 players, leaving just 19 spots up for grabs at the upcoming auction.

After a huge success in the Women’s World Cup, the women’s game has got a huge platform as India lifted the trophy for the first time in its history. With this lift still new, the attention will be on the WPL auctions.

The Women’s Premier League (WPL 2026) auctions are all set to take place at the end of the month as the funfair for the next season begins. With the deadline for the retention window set for Nov 5, franchises will have the option to pick and release players from the current crop before entering the auction table. According to early reports, the WPL 2026 auctions are set to take place on November 27, which falls on a Thursday and will take place in the national capital, New Delhi. WPL auctions on November 27? After a huge success in the Women’s World Cup, the women’s game has got a huge platform as India lifted the trophy for the first time in its history. With this lift still new, the attention will be on the WPL auctions. Unlike other auctions, this will be the mega-auction version, meaning the franchises will have limited options to retain players and along with a fixed cap. If a report from India Today is believed, this year’s auction will be one to keep a close eye on as it is likely to take place in New Delhi on Nov 27. ALSO READ | From Laura Wolvaardt to Jemimah Rodrigues, 5 highest individual scores in Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 What is the retention slab? Retention 1: ₹3.50 crore Retention 2: ₹2.50 crore Retention 3: ₹1.75 crore Retention 4: ₹1 crore Retention 5: ₹50 lakh This means a team retaining five players will have ₹9.25 crore deducted from its purse and will not be eligible for any RTM cards. Teams retaining four players will lose ₹8.75 crore but can use one RTM, while those with three retentions will have two RTMs. Each uncapped player retained will cost ₹50 lakh, and franchises are free to pay players more than the slab rate, with the excess deducted from their total purse. ALSO READ | Outstanding Laura Wolvaardt continues to impress, takes top spot in ICC ODI women's batters ranking When is the registration deadline for WPL 2026? The BCCI has set November 18 as the last date for player registrations, while the final list of players eligible for the auction will be released on November 20. In 2025, the five Women’s Premier League (WPL) franchises retained a total of 71 players, leaving just 19 spots up for grabs at the upcoming auction.

After a huge success in the Women’s World Cup, the women’s game has got a huge platform as India lifted the trophy for the first time in its history. With this lift still new, the attention will be on the WPL auctions.

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The Women's Premier League (WPL) franchises will be allowed to retain up to five players ahead of the upcoming mega auction for WPL 2026. The development was reported by ESPNCricinfo on Thursday (Oct 9) by citing an email sent to the franchises. The deadline for teams to announce the retention is November 5 with the auction set to take place between November 25-29. This would be the second mega auction of the WPL after the inaugural mega auction ahead of maiden WPL season in 2023.<h2>How will WPL retention work ahead of mega auction?</h2>The franchises will have option to retain up to five players - a maximum of three capped players, two foreign players, and maximum two uncapped Indian players. If a franchise chooses to retain all five players then one of them has to be an uncapped Indian player. The WPL franchises also have an Right-to-Match (RTM) option available for them as well. A franchise can use all five RTMs if it does not retain any players. Subsequently, four retentions will leave the teams with one RTM, three retentions means two RTMs and one retention will give the teams four RTMs.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravi-ashwin-not-sure-why-kkr-pacer-harshit-rana-has-a-place-in-indian-team-1760008437485">Ravi Ashwin 'not sure' why THIS KKR player has a place in Indian team</a><h2>What is the budget available for the franchises?</h2>The WPL franchises will have a total budget of INR 15 crore ($2 million approximately). The league has decided amount for each retention at INR 3.5 crore (Player 1), INR 2.5 crore (Player 2), INR 1.75 crore (Player 3), INR 1 crore (Player 4) and INR 50 lakh (Player 5).All five retention will cost a team INR 9.25 crore, four retentions will be worth INR 8.75 crore, for three players retained it will be INR 7.75 crore, two retentions are priced at INR 6 crore and a single retention is worth INR 3.5 crore.The franchises can play higher amount to retain a player then decided but then that amount will be deducted from the purse. The retention amount for an uncapped player has been put at INR 50 lakh but the franchises can spend more than that.

The WPL franchises also have an Right-to-Match (RTM) option available for them as well. A franchise can use all five RTMs if it does not retain any players.

The Women's Premier League (WPL) franchises will be allowed to retain up to five players ahead of the upcoming mega auction for WPL 2026. The development was reported by ESPNCricinfo on Thursday (Oct 9) by citing an email sent to the franchises. The deadline for teams to announce the retention is November 5 with the auction set to take place between November 25-29. This would be the second mega auction of the WPL after the inaugural mega auction ahead of maiden WPL season in 2023. How will WPL retention work ahead of mega auction? The franchises will have option to retain up to five players - a maximum of three capped players, two foreign players, and maximum two uncapped Indian players. If a franchise chooses to retain all five players then one of them has to be an uncapped Indian player. The WPL franchises also have an Right-to-Match (RTM) option available for them as well. A franchise can use all five RTMs if it does not retain any players. Subsequently, four retentions will leave the teams with one RTM, three retentions means two RTMs and one retention will give the teams four RTMs. Also Read - Ravi Ashwin 'not sure' why THIS KKR player has a place in Indian team What is the budget available for the franchises? The WPL franchises will have a total budget of INR 15 crore ($2 million approximately). The league has decided amount for each retention at INR 3.5 crore (Player 1), INR 2.5 crore (Player 2), INR 1.75 crore (Player 3), INR 1 crore (Player 4) and INR 50 lakh (Player 5). All five retention will cost a team INR 9.25 crore, four retentions will be worth INR 8.75 crore, for three players retained it will be INR 7.75 crore, two retentions are priced at INR 6 crore and a single retention is worth INR 3.5 crore. The franchises can play higher amount to retain a player then decided but then that amount will be deducted from the purse. The retention amount for an uncapped player has been put at INR 50 lakh but the franchises can spend more than that.

The WPL franchises also have an Right-to-Match (RTM) option available for them as well. A franchise can use all five RTMs if it does not retain any players.

WPL teams will have option of retaining five players ahead of mega auction - Check purse, dates, and RTM details

Ahead of Season 4 of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), the UP Warriorz have made a strong statement of intent by appointing the decorated and experienced Abhishek Nayar as their new head coach. Nayar played a key role as assistant coach in helping KKR clinch the IPL title in 2024, and was also a part of the coaching set-up for Team India when they won the Champions Trophy earlier this year. The announcement was made in collaboration with renowned stand-up comedian Zakir Khan, who has been onboarded as the face of UP Warriorz fans, on social media. The intriguing announcement video was shot at Abhishek Nayar’s alma mater, Bombay Scottish School.&nbsp;A respected figure in the Indian cricket circles, Nayar brings with him a deep understanding of the game, a proven track record in player development, and years of experience across various coaching roles at both domestic and international levels.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2025-rishabh-pant-knows-no-boundaries-as-india-keeper-smashes-records-even-with-a-broken-toe-1753432619694">IND vs ENG 2025: Rishabh Pant knows no boundaries as India keeper smashes records even with a broken toe</a>&nbsp;A former Indian international all-rounder and a key figure in Mumbai’s domestic cricket setup, Nayar has seamlessly transitioned into one of the most influential coaches in the Indian cricketing ecosystem. His journey as a coach has been defined by his ability to mentor and nurture young talent and help top athletes push past their limits.&nbsp;This isn’t Nayar’s first time being associated with the UP Warriorz since he also spent a brief stint with the team during their off-season training camps post Season 1. The franchise is confident that him stepping into the head coach role will bring consistency and strength to the team’s preparations.&nbsp;Nayar’s expertise and ability as a coach are well-documented and were seen in the IPL when he was the Assistant Coach of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Hailing from Mumbai, Nayar has been part of KKR since 2018 and has worked closely with players like Shubman Gill, Venkatesh Iyer, and Rinku Singh since their early years.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 2024, Nayar also served as the assistant coach of the Indian men’s national team, where he worked under Head Coach Gautam Gambhir. During his time with the Indian team, he worked closely with the top batters in the team, and KL Rahul personally credited Nayar for helping him regain his form in the T20 format. Among the other players he has worked with behind the scenes are also the likes of former India captain Rohit Sharma and former India wicket-keeper batter Dinesh Karthik.&nbsp;Speaking on his appointment, Abhishek Nayar expressed his excitement and said, “I really enjoyed my time working with the UP Warriorz before and I’m thrilled to take on this new role. WPL is a fantastic platform for women’s cricket and I’m looking forward to working closely with the management to build a strong team for Season 4. UP Warriorz already have a strong foundation in place, and I believe we can build something truly special. There is incredible potential, and I will give it my all to help win their first-ever title this season”&nbsp;Jinisha Sharma, Director, Capri Sports, echoed the enthusiasm and stated, “We believe that this appointment shows our strong intent to elevate the team’s performance and push for greater success in the upcoming WPL season. With Abhishek Nayar’s leadership, experience in coaching at the highest level and ability to bring out the best in players, the franchise is confident of a strong showing this season.”

The announcement was made in collaboration with renowned stand-up comedian Zakir Khan, who has been onboarded as the face of UP Warriorz fans on social media.

Ahead of Season 4 of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), the UP Warriorz have made a strong statement of intent by appointing the decorated and experienced Abhishek Nayar as their new head coach. Nayar played a key role as assistant coach in helping KKR clinch the IPL title in 2024, and was also a part of the coaching set-up for Team India when they won the Champions Trophy earlier this year. The announcement was made in collaboration with renowned stand-up comedian Zakir Khan, who has been onboarded as the face of UP Warriorz fans, on social media. The intriguing announcement video was shot at Abhishek Nayar’s alma mater, Bombay Scottish School. A respected figure in the Indian cricket circles, Nayar brings with him a deep understanding of the game, a proven track record in player development, and years of experience across various coaching roles at both domestic and international levels. Also read | IND vs ENG 2025: Rishabh Pant knows no boundaries as India keeper smashes records even with a broken toe A former Indian international all-rounder and a key figure in Mumbai’s domestic cricket setup, Nayar has seamlessly transitioned into one of the most influential coaches in the Indian cricketing ecosystem. His journey as a coach has been defined by his ability to mentor and nurture young talent and help top athletes push past their limits. This isn’t Nayar’s first time being associated with the UP Warriorz since he also spent a brief stint with the team during their off-season training camps post Season 1. The franchise is confident that him stepping into the head coach role will bring consistency and strength to the team’s preparations. Nayar’s expertise and ability as a coach are well-documented and were seen in the IPL when he was the Assistant Coach of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Hailing from Mumbai, Nayar has been part of KKR since 2018 and has worked closely with players like Shubman Gill, Venkatesh Iyer, and Rinku Singh since their early years. In 2024, Nayar also served as the assistant coach of the Indian men’s national team, where he worked under Head Coach Gautam Gambhir. During his time with the Indian team, he worked closely with the top batters in the team, and KL Rahul personally credited Nayar for helping him regain his form in the T20 format. Among the other players he has worked with behind the scenes are also the likes of former India captain Rohit Sharma and former India wicket-keeper batter Dinesh Karthik. Speaking on his appointment, Abhishek Nayar expressed his excitement and said, “I really enjoyed my time working with the UP Warriorz before and I’m thrilled to take on this new role. WPL is a fantastic platform for women’s cricket and I’m looking forward to working closely with the management to build a strong team for Season 4. UP Warriorz already have a strong foundation in place, and I believe we can build something truly special. There is incredible potential, and I will give it my all to help win their first-ever title this season” Jinisha Sharma, Director, Capri Sports, echoed the enthusiasm and stated, “We believe that this appointment shows our strong intent to elevate the team’s performance and push for greater success in the upcoming WPL season. With Abhishek Nayar’s leadership, experience in coaching at the highest level and ability to bring out the best in players, the franchise is confident of a strong showing this season.”

The announcement was made in collaboration with renowned stand-up comedian Zakir Khan, who has been onboarded as the face of UP Warriorz fans on social media.

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