Gujarat Giants Women claimed a crucial win against the defending champions Mumbai Indians Women to secure the second spot in the WPL 2026 points table with 10 points after eight games to advance to the Eliminator. In the Eliminator, they will face the third-placed team, for which MI Women (6 points in eight matches with +0.059 net run rate) are fighting with Delhi Capitals Women (6 points in seven games with -0.164 net run rate) and UP Warriorz Women (4 points in seven matches with -1.146 net run rate). The Eliminator winners will face RCB Women (12 points) in the Final of the season. 

After Gujarat Giants Women chose to bat first at Vadodara on Friday night (January 30), they scored 167/4 in 20 overs. In reply, MI Women were restricted to 156/7 in 20 overs, as Gujarat Giants won by 11 runs. It was the first-ever win for Gujarat Giants Women against Mumbai Indians Women, and it became more special, as they have qualified for the Eliminator with this win. 

WPL 2026: Points Table, Leading run scorers and wicket takers after GGW vs MIW match 19

WPL 2026, Match 19: GG Women vs MI Women - Ashleigh Gardner and Georgia Wareham scored crucial 40s

Gujarat Giants opener Sophie Devine and Anushka Sharma had a 48-run partnership for the second wicket. While Devine scored 25 runs, Anushka scored 33 runs. Then skipper Ashleigh Gardner and Georgia Wareham scored crucial 40s with a 71-run partnership for the third wicket. 

While Gardner scored 48 off 28 balls with seven fours and one six, Georgia scored 44 not out off 26 balls with four fours and two sixes. 

Among the MI bowlers, Amelia Kerr got two wickets (2/26), while Shabnim Ismail (1/29) and Nat Sciver-Brunt (1/36) had one wicket each. 

WPL 2026, Match 19: GG Women vs MI Women - Captain Harmanpreet Kaur fought hard

In reply, captain Harmanpreet Kaur provided a strong fight back, but she hardly got any proper support, as the defending champions failed to secure a crucial victory in the game. In-form Kaur scored 82 not out off 48 balls with eight fours and four sixes. Only opener Sajeevan Sajana (26) and the middle-order Amelia Kerr (20) were the other batters to manage the 20-run mark in that innings.  

Among the Gujarat Giants bowlers, Sophie Devine (2/23) and Georgia Wareham (2/26) bagged two wickets each, which powered the team to a crucial win. 

Gujarat Giants finally exorcised their Mumbai Indians demons when it mattered most, edging past the defending champions by 11 runs in a tense Women’s Premier League clash at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Friday. The victory, their first over Mumbai in nine attempts, confirmed Gujarat’s place in the Eliminator and sealed second spot on the league table.

Chasing 168, Mumbai were never quite allowed to settle despite a valiant effort from Harmanpreet Kaur, who once again underlined her reputation as a big-match player. Walking in with her side wobbling at 37 for three, the MI skipper fought a lone battle, compiling an unbeaten 82 off 48 balls. However, with little support from the other end, the task eventually proved too steep.

Earlier in the evening, Gujarat built their innings around a decisive middle-order partnership. After Beth Mooney fell early and Sophie Devine was dismissed just as she looked set, the Giants found themselves needing stability. That came through captain Ashleigh Gardner and Georgia Wareham, who stitched together a crucial 71-run stand.

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Gujarat finally conquer Mumbai in must-win WPL 2026 clash

Gardner played the aggressor’s role, striking 46 off 28 deliveries to keep the scoreboard moving, while Wareham timed her acceleration to perfection. Her unbeaten 44 off 26 balls ensured Gujarat finished strongly, lifting them to a competitive 167 for four on a surface that offered little margin for error while chasing.

Mumbai’s reply began on a scratchy note, with early wickets putting pressure on the middle order. Amelia Kerr briefly supported Harmanpreet in a 45-run stand, but her dismissal midway through the chase tilted the balance firmly in Gujarat’s favour. Devine and Wareham led the bowling effort with two wickets apiece, while the Giants held their nerve in the closing overs to deny Harmanpreet a miraculous finish.

With Royal Challengers Bengaluru already through to the final, Gujarat’s win leaves Mumbai’s playoff fate dependent on the final league match between Delhi Capitals and UP Warriorz. For the Giants, though, Friday night was about more than qualification - it was a long-awaited breakthrough against their toughest rivals.

Gujarat Giants will take on defending champions Mumbai Indians in Match 19 of the WPL 2026 at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on Friday, January 30. Led impressively by Ashleigh Gardner, the Giants have enjoyed a strong campaign so far and currently sit second on the points table. With four wins from seven matches, they enter this fixture brimming with confidence after securing consecutive victories against UP Warriorz and Delhi Capitals. The team will aim to extend their winning streak and tighten their grip on a playoff spot.

Mumbai Indians, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, are placed third in the standings with three wins and four defeats from seven outings. After enduring a difficult phase that saw them lose three matches in a row, MI regained momentum by beating table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 15 runs in their previous game. With renewed confidence, the defending champions will be keen to build on that result and strengthen their position in the playoff race.

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WPL 2026, Match 19, GG-W vs MI-W: Live Streaming Details

WPL 2026, Match 19, GG-W vs MI-W: Probable Playing XI

Gujarat Giants Women (GG W):

Beth Mooney (WK), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Ashleigh Gardner (C), Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Kanika Ahuja, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwer, Renuka Singh, Rajeshwari Gayakwad

Mumbai Indians Women (MI W):

Hayley Matthews, Sajeevan Sajana, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Amanjot Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Rahila Firdous (WK), Sanskriti Gupta, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shabnim Ismail, Poonam Khemnar

Gujarat Giants Women and Mumbai Indians Women will clash in the 19th match of the Women’s Premier League 2026 on Friday, January 30 at Vadodara’s BCA Stadium. A pivotal encounter for both sides as they battle for the strong position going into the playoffs. 

Gujarat Giants Women have been in good form under the leadership of Ashleigh Gardner. They are placed second on the points table with four wins from seven matches. The Giants are coming into this game with confidence after back-to-back victories against UP Warriorz and Delhi Capitals Women.

Mumbai Indians Women are with three wins and four losses and have played seven matches so far. Following a string of defeats in three matches, MIW regained their form with a 15-run win over the table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women. The team captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, will look to build on that form.

GGW vs MIW: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played: 8
  
• Gujarat Giants Women Won: 0
  
• Mumbai Indians Women Won: 8
  
• Tied / No Result: 0

GGW vs MIW: Weather & Pitch Report

Vadodara weather is likely to be clear and humid. Since this is an evening game, it will be hot, with the temperature expected to be 31 degrees Celsius.  There is no chance of rain, so uninterrupted play is expected.

The pitch at the BCA Stadium has assisted the batsmen this season. The average first-innings score has been close to 161. Teams batting first have won most matches here, although captains may still prefer to chase. Batters who settle in early can score well.

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GGW vs MIW: Predicted Playing XIs

Gujarat Giants Women (GGW):

Beth Mooney (WK), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Ashleigh Gardner (C), Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Kanika Ahuja, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwer, Renuka Singh, Rajeshwari Gayakwad

Mumbai Indians Women (MIW):

Hayley Matthews, Sajeevan Sajana, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Amanjot Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Rahila Firdous (WK), Sanskriti Gupta, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shabnim Ismail, Poonam Khemnar

Jemimah Rodrigues (captain of Delhi Capitals) received an INR 12 lakh fine due to a slow-over rate violation following her team's 2026 WPL match vs. Gujarat Giants. As a result of failing to complete their overs in a timely manner, the league held her responsible for the infraction.

It was quite a tense match; the Gujarat Giants scored 174 in the allotted 20 overs and thus finished with a total of 9 runs. The highlights were a cool-headed 58 runs scored by Australian Beth Mooney off 46 balls, and additional runs were provided by Anushka Sharma, who scored 39 off 28. On behalf of Delhi Capitals, the mighty Sree Charani was able to wreak havoc with his impressive bowling, with 4 wickets taken for 31 runs. Leading the charge with a 70-run partnership were Niki Prasad (47 not out) and Sneh Rana (29 not out); however, the Delhi Capitals found themselves needing to score on the last ball of the game in order to win the match.

In the end, Delhi fell just three runs short of victory, thanks to two extraordinary performances by Sophie Devine and Rajeshwari Gayakwad. Devine took 4 wickets for 37 runs, while Rajeshwari Gayakwad added 3 wickets for 20 runs, securing victory for the Gujarat Giants in the final over of play. With this victory over Delhi, the Gujarat Giants moved into second position on the WPL 2026 standings, and Delhi will look to regroup before playing their next match.

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Over-Rate Penalty Overshadows Delhi’s Hard-Fought Battle

Gujarat Giants were well prepared for the challenges they faced with their lineup consisting of players with the ability to play at the highest level. During the final overs of the match, the Giants managed to stop the Capitals from getting close to their run total, as all four of their players took individual responsibility for the match, with each of them making a meaningful contribution. While many teams are just starting to find their rhythm, the Giants' performance showcased how advanced the formation of their players is.

Despite their problems in this match, the Capitals are looking forward to a fresh start against UP Warriorz in Vadodara on February 1st. The Capitals have been without their star players in this series, so this match may be a good opportunity for them to regain some confidence and make a return to the upper tier of the WPL 2026 points table for the remainder of the series.

Gujarat Giants Women are set to take on Delhi Capitals Women in Match 17 of the WPL 2026 at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on Tuesday, January 27. Their previous meeting was a nail-biter, with the Giants edging past the Capitals by just four runs. That result will give the Gujarat-based side added confidence as they prepare for another closely contested encounter against a familiar opponent in the business end of the league stage.

Gujarat Giants have enjoyed a steady campaign, registering three wins from six outings to sit third on the points table. They come into this clash after a morale-boosting victory over UP Warriorz and will aim to keep the momentum going. Delhi Capitals Women, meanwhile, have also won three of their six matches and occupy second place. Riding a two-match winning streak, the Capitals will be eager to extend their run and strengthen their position near the top.

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WPL 2026, Match 17, GG-W vs DC-W: Live Streaming Details

WPL 2026, Match 17, GG-W vs DC-W: Probable Playing XI

Gujarat Giants Women (GG W):

Beth Mooney(w), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Kanika Ahuja, Ashleigh Gardner(c), Kashvee Gautam, Bharti Fulmali, Renuka Singh Thakur, Happy Kumari, Rajeshwari Gayakwad

Delhi Capitals Women (DC W):

Shafali Verma, Lizelle Lee(w), Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues(c), Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Chinelle Henry, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Nandni Sharma

The match number 14 of the ongoing Women’s Premier League 2026 will see Gujarat Giants Women (GG W) take on UP Warriorz (UP W) at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on Thursday, January 22. Earlier in the season, the two sides met in a high-scoring encounter, with the Giants securing a comprehensive victory. Led by Ashleigh Gardner, Gujarat Giants started the tournament strongly, winning their opening matches, but have struggled recently. They will look to bounce back and end their losing streak as the league phase enters its crucial final stages.

UP Warriorz, meanwhile, endured a slow start to their campaign, failing to earn points in their first three matches. However, they have regained form in recent games, winning consecutive matches against Mumbai Indians Women. Led by their determined lineup, the team will aim to continue this momentum and secure a third straight win on Thursday. Both sides are under pressure to perform as every remaining match in the league phase carries immense importance for playoff aspirations.

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WPL 2026, Match 14 GG W vs UP W: Live Streaming Details

WPL 2026, Match 14 GG W vs UP W: Probable Playing XI

Gujarat Giants Women (GG W): 

Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Kanika Ahuja, Ashleigh Gardner (c), Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwer, Happy Kumari, Renuka Singh Thakur

UP Warriorz Women (UP W):

Kiran Navgire, Meg Lanning (c), Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Shweta Sehrawat (wk), Chloe Tryon, Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Goud

Gujarat Giants Women claimed an important win on Thursday night (January 22) when they beat UP Warriorz Women by 45 runs in the 14th game of the WPL 2026.

After Warriorz chose to field first, Gujarat Giants scored 153/8 in 20 overs. In reply, Warriorz were bowled out for only 108 runs in 17.3 overs, as Giants defended the lowest total this season. 

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Sophie Devine scored 50 not out 

Warriorz lost their first three wickets for 65 runs, as three of their first four batters failed to score 15 runs. Opener Beth Mooney was dismissed for 38 off 34 balls (five fours) when they were battling at 93/4. 

From the middle-order to the end of the innings, only Sophie Devine managed to fight, as she completed her fifty runs in the game on the final ball of the innings by taking a double. With the help of two fours and three sixes, she scored 50 not out off 42 balls, as her batting was the important reason for the Giants' crucial big win in the game. 

Among Warriorz bowlers, Kranti Gaud (2/18) and Sophie Ecclestone (2/22) got two wickets each. 

No solid batting performances at chase

In reply, Warriorz were losing wickets at regular intervals from the second ball of the match, as they were never on the chase. While Phoebe Litchfield (32) and Chloe Tryon (30) scored 30s, opener and skipper Meg Lanning (14) was their only other batter to manage the double-digit score.    

All five Giants bowlers managed to take at least one wicket. Player of the Match Rajeshwari Gayakwad (3/16) picked up three wickets, while Renuka Singh (2/20) and Sophie Devine (2/16) claimed two wickets each. 

WPL 2026: Latest points table status

With this win, Gujarat Giants Women have six points in six games, as they are in the second position, just behind RCB Women (10 points after five matches). Mumbai Indians Women, Delhi Capitals Women, and UP Warriorz Women are in the third, fourth, and fifth positions, respectively, with four points each, where DC Women have played one match fewer than already six-match appearances MI Women and UPW Women. 

The Women’s Premier League 2026 shifts to Vadodara, where Gujarat Giants Women will take on defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women at the BCA Stadium on Monday, January 19. RCB Women have enjoyed a flawless campaign so far, winning all four of their matches convincingly. Led by Smriti Mandhana, the team has excelled in all departments, dominating the points table with authority. Another victory in this fixture would virtually seal their place in the playoffs and further boost their confidence heading into the latter stages of the tournament.

Gujarat Giants Women, meanwhile, have shown promising signs in the early part of the season. With two wins from four matches, they currently sit third on the points table and remain firmly in contention. As the league enters its crucial phase, the Giants will be eager to build momentum and strengthen their playoff prospects. Facing an in-form RCB side presents a stiff challenge, but it also offers a valuable opportunity for Gujarat to make a statement and improve their standing.

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WPL 2026 Match 12, RCB-W vs GG-W: Live Streaming Details

WPL 2026 Match 12, RCB-W vs GG-W: Probable Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women

Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana (C), Georgia Voll, Gautami Naik, Richa Ghosh (WK), Radha Yadav, Nadine de Klerk, Arundhati Reddy, Shreyanka Patil, Sayali Satghare, Lauren Bell

Gujarat Giants Women

Beth Mooney (WK), Sophie Devine, Ashleigh Gardner (C), Georgia Wareham, Bharti Fulmali, Ayushi Soni, Kanika Ahuja, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwar, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Renuka Singh Thakur

RCB Women have continued their flying run in the WPL 2026, as they have recorded their five out of five victories to secure their place at least for the playoffs of the season after thrashing Gujarat Giants Women by 61 runs.

RCB Women set new record in WPL

After Gujarat Giants Women captain Ashleigh Gardner chose to field first at Vadodara on Monday night (January 19), RCB scored 178/6 in 20 overs. In reply, Gujarat Giants were restricted to 117/8 in 20 overs. It was the sixth successive WPL victory for RCB, which set a new record for most successive wins in WPL history. Previously, five consecutive WPL wins records were jointly held by Mumbai Indians twice and RCB once.  

GG Women vs RCB Women: RCB Women recovered from a poor start

Before reaching 10 runs, RCB lost their two wickets, as the opener Grace Harris and the no.3 batter Georgia Voll both were dismissed for only one run. Captain and the other opener Smriti Mandhana and Gautami Naik had a 60-run partnership for the third wicket. Smriti was dismissed for 26 off 23 balls with four fours.

Then Gautami and Richa Ghosh had a 69-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Richa scored 27 off 20 balls with three sixes, while Gautami slammed 73 off 55 balls with seven fours and one six. Also, Radha Yadav later slammed 17 off eight balls with two fours and one six. 

Among the Giants bowlers, Kashvee Gautam (2/38) and skipper Ashleigh Gardner (2/43) picked up two wickets each. 

WPL 2026: Points Table, Leading run scorers and wicket takers after GGW vs RCBW match 12

GG Women vs RCB Women: Only Gujarat Giants skipper had some replies

In reply, only four Giants batters recorded double-digit scores in the chase, while only the captain Ashleigh Gardner reached the 20-run mark by scoring 54 off 43 balls with five fours and one six, but there was not enough support for her. 

All five RCB bowlers handled the second innings strongly, while Sayali Satghare (3/21) picked up three wickets and Nadine de Klerk (2/17) took two wickets.