Defending champions Mumbai Indians Women will look to keep their winning momentum going when they take on a struggling UP Warriorz Women in Match 8 of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 on Wednesday, January 15. The clash will be played under lights at Navi Mumbai, with both teams entering the game at very different points in their campaign.
While Mumbai Indians are pushing towards the top of the table, UP Warriorz are still searching for their first win of the season, making this contest crucial—especially for the Warriorz’ playoff hopes.
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MI-W vs UPW-W: Match Overview
- Match: Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz
- Date: January 15, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy
- Live Streaming: Jio Hotstar
- TV Telecast: Star Sports Network
Where to Watch MI-W vs UPW-W WPL 2026 Live in India
Fans can watch the Women’s Premier League 2026 live across both digital and television platforms in India.
Live Streaming: Jio Hotstar will stream the MI-W vs UPW-W match live on its app and website. Viewers can tune in via smartphones, smart TVs, and desktops.
Telecast: The match will be broadcast live on Star Sports channels across India.
Mumbai Indians’ Form: Confidence High After Back-to-Back Wins
Mumbai Indians Women come into this match in strong form. The defending champions are currently second on the WPL 2026 points table with four points from three matches. Their recent seven-wicket win over Gujarat Giants has only added to the confidence in the camp.
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur has led from the front and is among the top run-scorers this season. The middle order has also received a boost from Australian all-rounder Nicola Carey, while the expected return of Nat Sciver-Brunt further strengthens an already balanced side.
UP Warriorz Struggle to Find Momentum
For UP Warriorz Women, the season has started on a tough note. The team sits at the bottom of the standings after losing all three of their opening matches. Despite fighting performances from captain Meg Lanning—who recently became the third batter to cross 1,000 WPL runs—the Warriorz have struggled with middle-order consistency and death-over bowling.
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Wednesday’s match is close to a must-win for UP Warriorz if they want to stay in the playoff race.
What’s at Stake Tonight
Mumbai Indians will be aiming to cement their place near the top of the table, while UP Warriorz are desperate to stop the slide and finally open their account in WPL 2026. With form, confidence, and squad depth clearly favouring MI-W, the pressure will be firmly on the Warriorz under the Navi Mumbai lights.
