MUM-W vs UP-W Match Preview – The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 is back with a high-octane clash as the defending champions, Mumbai Indians Women (MUM-W), take on the star-studded UP Warriorz Women (UP-W). This match is set to be a tactical battle between the experienced leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur and the legendary captaincy of Meg Lanning.
Mumbai Indians boast one of the most balanced all-round units in the league, while the Warriorz have bolstered their squad with explosive talent like Deandra Dottin and Phoebe Litchfield. Both teams will be eager to establish dominance early in the tournament.
MUM-W vs UP-W Match Details
| Feature | Details |
| Match | Mumbai Indians Women vs UP Warriorz Women |
| Series | Women Premier League (WPL) 2026 |
| Date | January 15, 2026 |
| Time | 07:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Dr. D. Y. Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar, Star Sports |
MUM-W vs UP-WPitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report
The Dr. D. Y. Patil Sports Academy is known for providing a sporting track. Historically, the surface offers good bounce and carry, which will excite the likes of Shabnim Ismail and Shikha Pandey. However, as the game progresses, it typically turns into a batter’s paradise due to the quick outfield and consistent bounce.
Average 1st Innings Score: 160-170 runs.
Toss Factor: Chasing is generally preferred here as the dew factor often comes into play during the second innings, making it difficult for spinners to grip the ball.
Weather Report
The weather in Navi Mumbai is expected to be clear and pleasant.
Temperature: 24°C to 28°C.
Humidity: 55%.
Precipitation: 0% chance of rain.
MUM-W vs UP-W Possible Playing 11
Mumbai Indians Women (MUM-W)
Hayley Matthews
Amanjot Kaur
Natalie Sciver-Brunt
Harmanpreet Kaur (C)
Amelia Kerr
Sajeevan Sajana
Nicola Carey
Rahila Firdous (wk)
Saika Ishaque
Shabnim Ismail
Sanskriti Gupta
UP Warriorz Women (UP-W)
Meg Lanning (C)
Shweta Sehrawat
Phoebe Litchfield
Deepti Sharma
Deandra Dottin
Harleen Deol
K P Navgire (wk)
Sophie Ecclestone
Shikha Pandey
Sobhana Asha
Tara Norris
MUM-W vs UP-W Squads
Mumbai Indians Women
Nicola Carey, Amelia Kerr, Nalla Reddy, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Natalie Sciver-Brunt, Shabnim Ismail, Hayley Matthews, Sajeevan Sajana, Poonam Nanasaheb Khemnar, Triveni Vasistha, Sanskriti Gupta, Rahila Firdous, Saika Ishaque, Amanjot Kaur, Milly Illingworth, G Kamalini.
UP Warriorz Women
Meg Lanning (C), Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Deandra Dottin, Shikha Pandey, Harleen Deol, Phoebe Litchfield, Tara Norris, Chloe Tryon, Trisha Gongadi, Simran Shaikh, Suman Meena, K P Navgire, Sobhana Asha, Kranti Gaud, Shweta Sehrawat, Pratika Rawal.
MUM-W vs UP-W Match Prediction
This is a very close contest to call. Mumbai Indians have the advantage of a core group that has played together for three seasons, featuring world-class all-rounders like Amelia Kerr and Nat Sciver-Brunt. Their ability to stabilize the middle order is their greatest strength.
On the other hand, UP Warriorz have a formidable spin attack led by Sophie Ecclestone and Deepti Sharma, which could prove lethal if the pitch shows even a hint of turn. However, Mumbai’s pace attack and superior finishing depth give them a slight edge.
Prediction: Mumbai Indians Women to win a close encounter.
