The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026, the 4th edition of India’s top women’s T20 cricket league, is being held from January 9 to February 5, 2026, across Navi Mumbai and Vadodara. The tournament features five teams—Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants, and UP Warriorz—with revamped squads following a mega auction in November 2025.
The season opened with a star-studded ceremony featuring Jacqueline Fernandez, Honey Singh, and Harnaaz Sandhu. On the field, the opening match saw RCB defeat defending champions Mumbai Indians in a last-ball thriller, driven by South African all-rounder Nadine de Klerk, who currently holds both the Orange and Purple Caps.
A total of 22 matches will be played in a round-robin + playoffs format. WPL 2026 carries added importance after India’s 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup victory, giving further momentum to women’s cricket. The league hosts top global stars along with India’s best talent, boosting visibility and fan engagement through Star Sports and JioCinema.
