WPL 2026 Schedule: Full Match Fixtures, Venue & Time Table!

WPL 2026 Schedule One of the biggest advertisements for women’s awakening in world cricket is now Women’s Premier League (WPL) After the incredible success of the last three seasons, cricket lovers are now looking towards WPL 2026 Or towards the fourth edition. The BCCI has already announced the new schedule and venue for this mega event in 2026, which has created new excitement among the audience.

Although usually held in February-March, this year’s edition has been brought forward slightly keeping in mind the Men’s T20 World Cup.Next January 9, 2026This fierce battle of bat and ball will begin from and the curtain will come down on February 5, 2026. The biggest surprise of this edition is the change of venue and the choice of Vadodara for the final match.

Are you ready to watch stars like Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, Ellyse Perry and Meg Lanning battle it out? In this long article, weWPL 2026 Schedule, we will discuss in detail the full fixtures, venue information, teams and squads, and live streaming.

WPL 2026: Key Highlights

• Tournament name:Tata Women’s Premier League (TATA WPL) – 4th edition
• Duration:January 9, 2026 – February 5, 2026
• Total matches:22 (League Stage + Eliminator + Final)
• Participating teams:5 (Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, RCB, Gujarat Giants, UP Warriors)
• Host Venue:DY Patil Stadium (Navi Mumbai) and Kotambi Stadium (Vadodara)
• Opening match:Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (January 9)
• Final:5 February 2026 (Vadodara)
• Live broadcast:Sports 18 (TV) and Geo Cinema (App)

WPL 2026 Full Schedule and Fixtures (Detailed Schedule)

The BCCI has divided the schedule into two phases. In the first phase, all the matches will be played in Navi Mumbai and in the last phase, all the matches, knockouts and the final will be played in Vadodara. Below is the detailed schedule according to the date and venue:

Episode 1: Navi Mumbai Leg (Opening Surprise)

The tournament will begin with a grand opening ceremony, with the defending champions and popular teams taking on each other.

(Note: The Navi Mumbai leg will conclude on January 17 and the teams will travel to Vadodara on January 18)

Part 2: Vadodara Leg and Knockout (Road to the Title)

This is the first time that the WPL final will be held outside Mumbai or Delhi. The excitement of the audience at the new stadium in Vadodara will be a sight to behold.

Venue introduction and pitch report

1. DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai:

This stadium is known for being batting-friendly. The boundaries are a bit big but the outfield is very fast. Pacers get early bounce here. It has seen high-scoring matches in the last few seasons. Dew can be a big factor in evening matches, so the team winning the toss will prefer to chase runs.

2. Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara (BCA Stadium, Kotambi):

This is a new and state-of-the-art stadium. This will be the first time that a WPL match will be held here. The pitch here usually favours spinners a bit. However, the new wicket will give batsmen an advantage in batting. The final match is likely to see a record attendance.

WPL 2026 Schedule: List of teams and star players

After the auction, each team has finalized their squads. Let’s take a look at the key players of the 5 teams:

1. Mumbai Indians (MI):
   • Captain:Harmanpreet Kaur.
   • Main star:Amelia Carr, Nat Seaver-Brant, Yastika Bhatia. Mumbai have always been a balanced team and they are desperate to maintain their performance from last time.
2. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB):
   • Captain:Smriti Mandhana.
   • Main star:Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh, Sophie Devine. RCB’s fanbase is one of the lifeblood of the tournament. Their batting lineup is devastating this time too.
3. Delhi Capitals (DC):
   • Captain:Meg Lanning.
   • Main star:Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodriguez, Marizhan Kapp. They have reached the finals twice in a row but have not won the title, this time they will want to erase that regret.
4. UP Warriorz:
   • Captain:Alyssa Healy.
   • Main star:Deepti Sharma, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Ecclestone. They are the best team in the tournament in the spin department.
5. Gujarat Giants:
   • Captain:Beth Mooney.
   • Main star:Ashley Gardner, Laura Woolvert, Harleen Deol. Forgetting the failures of last season, they will enter the field with renewed enthusiasm this time.

How to watch WPL 2026 live?

Viewers can enjoy the entire tournament from home or on their mobile.

• Television (India and South Asia):All matches will be broadcast live on the Sports18 network.
• Online streaming:The matches can be watched for free on the JioCinema app and website.
• From Bangladesh:There is a possibility of watching the game on T-Sports or their app (subject to final announcement). Otherwise, you can use the Indian feed or online platforms.

FAQ:

1. When will WPL 2026 start?

Answer: WPL 2026 will start on Friday, January 9, 2026.

2. Will this year’s WPL be a home-away tournament?

Answer: No, this season will be in a ‘caravan format’. The first half of the matches will be held in Navi Mumbai and the remaining half of the matches will be held in Vadodara.

3. Where will the final match of WPL 2026 be held?

Answer: The grand final of WPL 2026 will be held on 5th February 2026 at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara.

4. How many matches will be held each day?

Answer: Most days there will be one match (8:00 PM). However, on Saturdays and holidays there will be two matches (4:00 PM and 8:00 PM).

5. Which teams will play in the opening match?

Answer: Defending champions Mumbai Indians will face Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the opening match.

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Conclusion

Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Not just a tournament, it is a unique showcase of women’s power. When the winter season comes in January, Smriti, Shefali and Peri will spread the heat of cricket on the field. From Navi Mumbai to Vadodara – time will tell which team will have the last laugh in this journey.

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