Published on: Jan 7, 2026 4:57 pm IST|Updated on: Jan 7, 2026 5:36 pm IST
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) has quickly established itself as one of the most exciting women’s franchise cricket tournaments in the world, showcasing the best of women’s cricket talent from India and abroad. As the fourth edition approaches, anticipation is at an all-time high. With five franchises stacked with international stars and emerging Indian talent, the WPL 2026 promises thrilling contests, unforgettable performances, and a celebration of women’s cricket on the grandest stage.
Below is the full schedule of the Women’s Premier League 2026. The opening game of the fourth edition will be played between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women and the reigning champions Mumbai Women, at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.
The tournament will follow a round-robin format, with each team playing against the other franchises twice in the league stage. The top three teams will qualify for the playoffs, with the Eliminator between the second and third-placed sides, followed by the Final, where the winner of the Eliminator faces the table-toppers. This format ensures competitive balance, giving every team ample opportunity to prove themselves while keeping fans engaged throughout.
The WPL 2026 will be hosted across two venues. One in Navi Mumbai and the other one in Vadodara.
These venues are expected to witness packed crowds, electric atmospheres, and world-class cricketing action.
Below are the full squads of all five teams participating in the Women’s Premier League 2026.
Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, Amanjot Kaur, G. Kamalini, Amelia Kerr, Shabnim Ismail, Sanskriti Gupta, Sajana Sajeevan, Rahila Firdous, Nicola Carey, Poonam Khemnar, Triveni Vasistha, Nalla Reddy, Saika Ishaque, Milly Illingworth
Mumbai Indians boast a star-studded lineup led by Harmanpreet Kaur. With Nat Sciver-Brunt and Hayley Matthews providing all-round brilliance, Amelia Kerr’s spin and Shabnim Ismail’s pace add bite to the attack. Saika Ishaque remains a proven match-winner with the ball, while youngsters like Kamalini and Sajana Sajeevan add depth.
Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Laura Wolvaardt, Chinelle Henry, Shree Charani, Sneh Rana, Lizelle Lee, Deeya Yadav, Taniyaa Bhatia, Mamatha Madiwala, Nandni Sharma, Lucy Hamilton, Minnu Mani, Alana King (replacement for Annabel Sutherland)
Delhi Capitals are led by Jemimah Rodrigues, whose batting flair complements Shafali Verma’s explosive starts. With Marizanne Kapp and Laura Wolvaardt adding international experience, the squad looks balanced. Sneh Rana and Alana King strengthen the spin department, while Lizelle Lee’s power-hitting makes Delhi a dangerous side.
Smriti Mandhana (c), Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka Patil, Georgia Voll, Nadine de Klerk, Radha Yadav, Lauren Bell, Linsey Smith, Prema Rawat, Arundhati Reddy, Pooja Vastrakar, Grace Harris, Gautami Naik, Prathyoosha Kumar, D. Hemalatha, Sayali Satghare (replacement for Ellyse Perry)
RCB Women, led by Smriti Mandhana, combine youth and experience. Richa Ghosh’s wicketkeeping and batting firepower, Shreyanka Patil’s all-round skills, and Radha Yadav’s spin make them formidable. With Perry unavailable, Sayali Satghare steps in, while Grace Harris and Nadine de Klerk add international depth.
Ashleigh Gardner (c), Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine, Renuka Singh Thakur, Bharti Fulmali, Titas Sadhu, Kashee Gautam, Kanika Ahuja, Tanuja Kanwer, Georgia Wareham, Anushka Sharma, Happy Kumari, Kim Garth, Yastika Bhatia, Shivani Singh, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Ayushi Soni
Led by Ashleigh Gardner, Gujarat Giants have a powerful lineup. Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine provide explosive batting, while Renuka Singh Thakur and Titas Sadhu spearhead the pace attack. Rajeshwari Gayakwad’s spin and Georgia Wareham’s leg-spin add variety. With Wyatt-Hodge and Kim Garth, Gujarat have depth in overseas talent.
Meg Lanning (c), Shweta Sehrawat, Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Phoebe Litchfield, Kiran Navgire, Harleen Deol, Kranti Goud, Asha Sobhana, Deandra Dottin, Shikha Pandey, Shipra Giri, Simran Shaikh, Chloe Tryon, Suman Meena, G. Trisha, Pratika Rawal, Charli Knott (replacement for Tara Norris)
UP Warriorz are captained by Meg Lanning, one of the most successful leaders in women’s cricket. With Deepti Sharma and Sophie Ecclestone as all-round pillars and Deandra Dottin’s explosive batting, the squad looks balanced. Shweta Sehrawat and Harleen Deol bring youthful energy, while Shikha Pandey adds pace and experience.
Just like the IPL, the Mumbai Indians franchise has been the most successful team in the Women’s Premier League history. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side has won 2 of the 3 WPL seasons, i.e., the inaugural and the third one. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women won the second season. Delhi Capitals has been the unfortunate runners-up in all three seasons.
WPL 2026 will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network in India, with streaming available on JioHotstar. International fans can tune in via regional broadcasters and digital platforms, ensuring global reach.
The WPL 2026 promises to be bigger, better, and more competitive than ever before. With world-class squads, iconic venues, and global broadcast reach, the tournament is set to capture the imagination of cricket fans worldwide. From explosive batting to crafty spin, from seasoned leaders to rising stars, the Women’s Premier League 2026 is all set to deliver unforgettable cricketing drama.