The Women’s Premier League 2026 is set to begin in the first week of January 2026, bringing another exciting season of women’s T20 cricket to India.
Following the mega auction held on November 27, 2025, in New Delhi, all five franchises have finalized their squads and are preparing for the upcoming season.
For American cricket fans, this tournament represents the highest level of women’s franchise cricket in the world, featuring international stars alongside India’s best talent across five competitive teams.
WPL 2026 Complete Schedule: Match Dates & Timings For USA Viewers
The BCCI has confirmed that WPL Season 4 will begin in the first week of January 2026.
WPL 2026 Complete Schedule
| Match No. | Day | Date | Time | Home Team | Away Team | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fri | 9-Jan-26 | Evening | Mumbai Indians | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Navi Mumbai |
| 2 | Sat | 10-Jan-26 | Afternoon | UP Warriorz | Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai |
| 3 | Sat | 10-Jan-26 | Evening | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | Navi Mumbai |
| 4 | Sun | 11-Jan-26 | Evening | Delhi Capitals | Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai |
| 5 | Mon | 12-Jan-26 | Evening | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | UP Warriorz | Navi Mumbai |
| 6 | Tue | 13-Jan-26 | Evening | Mumbai Indians | Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai |
| 7 | Wed | 14-Jan-26 | Evening | UP Warriorz | Delhi Capitals | Navi Mumbai |
| 8 | Thu | 15-Jan-26 | Evening | Mumbai Indians | UP Warriorz | Navi Mumbai |
| 9 | Fri | 16-Jan-26 | Evening | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai |
| 10 | Sat | 17-Jan-26 | Afternoon | UP Warriorz | Mumbai Indians | Navi Mumbai |
| 11 | Sat | 17-Jan-26 | Evening | Delhi Capitals | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Navi Mumbai |
| 12 | Mon | 19-Jan-26 | Evening | Gujarat Giants | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Vadodara |
| 13 | Tue | 20-Jan-26 | Evening | Delhi Capitals | Mumbai Indians | Vadodara |
| 14 | Thu | 22-Jan-26 | Evening | Gujarat Giants | UP Warriorz | Vadodara |
| 15 | Sat | 24-Jan-26 | Evening | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Delhi Capitals | Vadodara |
| 16 | Mon | 26-Jan-26 | Evening | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Mumbai Indians | Vadodara |
| 17 | Tue | 27-Jan-26 | Evening | Gujarat Giants | Delhi Capitals | Vadodara |
| 18 | Thu | 29-Jan-26 | Evening | UP Warriorz | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Vadodara |
| 19 | Fri | 30-Jan-26 | Evening | Gujarat Giants | Mumbai Indians | Vadodara |
| 20 | Sun | 1-Feb-26 | Evening | Delhi Capitals | UP Warriorz | Vadodara |
| 21 | Tue | 3-Feb-26 | Evening | Eliminator | 2nd vs 3rd Place | Vadodara |
| 22 | Thu | 5-Feb-26 | Evening | Final | 1st vs Eliminator Winner | Vadodara |
WPL 2026 Host Cities & Venues
WPL 2026 will be played across two confirmed venues in India: DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai and the Kotambi Stadium (also known as BCA Stadium) in Vadodara.
Venue 1: DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
- Matches Hosted: 11 league matches (January 9-17)
- Capacity: Approximately 55,000 spectators
- Notable Feature: Recently renovated with world-class facilities and excellent drainage system
Venue 2: Kotambi Stadium (BCA Stadium), Vadodara
- Matches Hosted: 11 league matches, eliminator, and final (January 19 – February 5)
- Capacity: Approximately 45,000 spectators
- Notable Feature: Known for passionate cricket fans and excellent pitch conditions
How To Watch WPL 2026 In The United States
American cricket fans have several options to watch the Women’s Premier League live:
Willow TV is the primary broadcaster for cricket in North America and has carried previous WPL seasons. They’ll likely show all matches live with English commentary. Willow is available through:
- Direct subscription on their website (around $9.99/month USD)
- Cable providers that carry Willow (check with your provider)
- Sling TV streaming service as an add-on channel.
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Conclusion: WPL 2026 Begins In the First Week Of January
The Women’s Premier League 2026 kicks off in early January with all five franchises featuring rebuilt squads after a historic mega auction.
The T20 format and morning start times cater to busy schedules and global fans, especially in the US. Featuring top international stars and India’s best players, WPL 2026 promises thrilling cricket action.
The full fixture list with dates and venues will be announced by the BCCI in December 2025. Mark your calendars!
FAQs
The BCCI has officially released the schedule of WPL 2026 and the tournament will start on January 9.
The WPL 2026 mega auction created competitive balance by allowing franchises to rebuild. Teams retained a few core players, while most were in the auction pool, enabling fresh squad combinations and addressing weaknesses after two seasons.
WPL 2026 features five teams playing a double round-robin stage with eight matches each. The top four teams enter playoffs; the first and second place finishers get two chances to reach the final, while third and fourth must win multiple matches.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru hold strong with key players like Smriti Mandhana and Ellyse Perry. UP Warriorz, Mumbai Indians, and Delhi Capitals also have competitive squads, making WPL 2026 highly unpredictable and intense.
Tara Norris, a bowler from the USA, was picked by the UP Warriorz for her base price of INR 10 lakh. This will be the second stint for the 27-year-old pacer. She played for the Delhi Capitals in the inaugural edition and took seven wickets in five matches. Tara was the first bowler to take a five-wicket haul in WPL.
