WPL 2026 Begins Today: Full Schedule, Match Dates, Live Streaming and Telecast Details

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 officially gets underway today, January 9, marking the start of the fourth season of India’s premier women’s T20 competition. The tournament opens with a blockbuster clash between defending champions Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

With revamped squads following the mega auction and growing global interest after India’s historic Women’s World Cup triumph in 2025, WPL 2026 is set to be the most competitive edition yet.

When Does WPL 2026 Start and End?

• Start date: January 9, 2026

• Final: February 5, 2026

The tournament will run for nearly four weeks, featuring 22 matches, including league games, an eliminator and the final.

WPL 2026 Venues: Navi Mumbai and Vadodara

WPL 2026 will be played across two venues, expanding the league’s reach:

• DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai – Opening leg and first 11 matches

• BCA Stadium, Vadodara – Remaining league matches, eliminator and final

The final and playoff matches will be staged in Vadodara, adding a fresh dimension to the tournament’s climax.

WPL 2026 Format Explained

Five teams will compete in a double round-robin format, meaning each team plays the others twice.

• Top team: Direct qualification to the final

• Second & third teams: Face off in the Eliminator

• Eliminator winner: Advances to the final

This format ensures high-stakes cricket right until the end of the league stage.

WPL 2026 Full Match Schedule

Navi Mumbai Leg (DY Patil Stadium)

• Jan 9: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 10: UP Warriorz vs Gujarat Giants – 3:00 PM IST

• Jan 10: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 11: Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 12: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs UP Warriorz – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 13: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 14: UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 15: Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 16: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Giants – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 17: UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians – 3:00 PM IST

• Jan 17: Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 7:30 PM IST

Vadodara Leg (BCA Stadium)

• Jan 19: Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 20: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 22: Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 24: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 26: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Mumbai Indians – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 27: Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 29: UP Warriorz vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 7:30 PM IST

• Jan 30: Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians – 7:30 PM IST

• Feb 1: Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz – 7:30 PM IST

WPL 2026 Playoffs Schedule

• Feb 3: Eliminator – 2nd vs 3rd placed teams – 7:30 PM IST

• Feb 5: Final – League topper vs Eliminator winner – 7:30 PM IST

Teams Participating in WPL 2026

The five franchises competing this season are:

• Mumbai Indians

• Royal Challengers Bengaluru

• Delhi Capitals

• Gujarat Giants

• UP Warriorz

Mumbai Indians enter the season as defending champions after winning the previous edition.

WPL 2026 Live Telecast and Streaming Details

Where to Watch WPL 2026 in India

• TV broadcast: Star Sports Network

• Live streaming: JioHotstar app and website

Star Sports remains the official broadcaster, while JioHotstar will provide digital streaming following the platform merger.

International Broadcast and Streaming

• United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event | Sky Go

• Australia: Fox Cricket | Kayo Sports

• USA & Canada: Willow TV | Willow app

• South Africa: SuperSport Cricket | SuperSport app

• New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go

WPL 2026 Promises High-Quality Competition

With reshuffled squads, new leadership groups and increasing international viewership, WPL 2026 represents a major step forward for women’s franchise cricket. The opening clash between the Mumbai Indians and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru sets the tone for a season packed with intensity, star power and competitive balance.

As the league begins today, WPL 2026 continues to cement its place as one of the most significant tournaments in global women’s cricket.

Also Read:

WPL 2026 Opening Ceremony: Date, Start Time, Performers, Venue and Live Streaming Details

UP Warriorz Squad for WPL 2026: Full List of Players Bought at the Mega Auction

RCB WPL 2026 Squad: Full Royal Challengers Bengaluru Players List, Retained Stars and Auction Signings

WPL 2026 Auction: Complete List of Sold Players, Team-Wise Squads and Remaining Purse