The countdown to the next season of India’s biggest women’s T20 league has officially begun. The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 schedule is out, with the tournament set to run from January 9 to February 5, featuring top Indian and international stars across two venues — Navi Mumbai and Vadodara.
The full fixtures were announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday, confirming dates for league matches, playoffs, and the final.
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Opening match and venues confirmed
The tounament will kick off on January 9 in Navi Mumbai, where Mumbai Indians will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening clash. The league will be played in two legs:
- Navi Mumbai: January 9 to January 17 (11 matches)
- Vadodara: January 18 to February 5 (11 matches, including playoffs)
This two-city format mirrors the league’s recent seasons, ensuring smoother logistics and consistent matchday schedules.
League stage, Eliminator and Final dates
League matches will continue until February 1, after which the playoffs begin.
- Eliminator: February 3
(Between teams finishing second and third on the points table) - Final: February 5, 2026
(Top-ranked team qualifies directly)
The title clash will be played under lights in Vadodara, where the next TATA WPL champion will be crowned.
WPL 2026 Match Schedule List
| Date | Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Jan 2026 (Fri) | Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Navi Mumbai | Evening |
| 10 Jan 2026 (Sat) | UP Warriorz vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | Afternoon |
| 10 Jan 2026 (Sat) | Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals | Navi Mumbai | Evening |
| 11 Jan 2026 (Sun) | Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | Evening |
| 12 Jan 2026 (Mon) | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs UP Warriorz | Navi Mumbai | Evening |
| 13 Jan 2026 (Tue) | Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | Evening |
| 14 Jan 2026 (Wed) | UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals | Navi Mumbai | Evening |
| 15 Jan 2026 (Thu) | Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz | Navi Mumbai | Evening |
| 16 Jan 2026 (Fri) | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | Evening |
| 17 Jan 2026 (Sat) | UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians | Navi Mumbai | Afternoon |
| 17 Jan 2026 (Sat) | Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Navi Mumbai | Evening |
| 19 Jan 2026 (Mon) | Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Vadodara | Evening |
| 20 Jan 2026 (Tue) | Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | Evening |
| 22 Jan 2026 (Thu) | Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz | Vadodara | Evening |
| 24 Jan 2026 (Sat) | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals | Vadodara | Evening |
| 26 Jan 2026 (Mon) | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | Evening |
| 27 Jan 2026 (Tue) | Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals | Vadodara | Evening |
| 29 Jan 2026 (Thu) | UP Warriorz vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Vadodara | Evening |
| 30 Jan 2026 (Fri) | Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | Evening |
| 1 Feb 2026 (Sun) | Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz | Vadodara | Evening |
| 3 Feb 2026 (Tue) | Eliminator (2nd vs 3rd) | Vadodara | Evening |
| 5 Feb 2026 (Thu) | Final | Vadodara | Evening |
Note: Afternoon matches typically begin around 3:30 PM IST, while evening games are scheduled for 7:30 PM IST. Timings are subject to final broadcast confirmation.
Match timings
All evening games in WPL 2026 are expected to begin at 7:30 PM IST, while select double-header days may feature afternoon matches starting at 3:30 PM IST, following the league’s standard broadcast window.
Teams to watch in WPL 2026
Five teams will once again compete for the trophy:
- Mumbai Indians
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Delhi Capitals
- Gujarat Giants
- UP Warriorz
Mumbai Indians enter the season as two-time champions, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru remain the only other team to have lifted the WPL trophy so far. Delhi Capitals have finished runners-up in all three previous editions.
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Why WPL 2026 matters
With every season, the Women’s Premier League has grown in viewership, commercial value, and talent depth. The 2026 edition is expected to play a key role in India’s women’s cricket roadmap, especially with major ICC events lined up in the coming years.
Ticket sales, broadcast details, and team-wise match lists are expected to be announced shortly.
