WPL 2026 Match 10: The Tata Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 witnessed a statement victory on Saturday as UP Warriorz (UPW) stunned defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) by 22 runs in Match 10 at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai.
In a high-scoring afternoon encounter, UP Warriorz combined aggressive batting with disciplined bowling to register one of their most important wins of the season.
This victory was not just about two points—it was a clear sign that UP Warriorz are finding their rhythm at a crucial stage of the tournament.
UP Warriorz Batting: A Strong Total of 187/8
Batting first, UP Warriorz posted an imposing 187/8 in 20 overs, a total that ultimately proved beyond Mumbai Indians’ reach.
Captain Meg Lanning once again led from the front, showcasing her class and experience with a superb 70 off 45 balls.
Her innings was laced with 11 boundaries and 2 sixes, providing the perfect foundation for UPW’s innings. Lanning controlled the tempo brilliantly and ensured the scoreboard kept ticking.
She found an excellent partner in Phoebe Litchfield, who played an attacking knock of 61 off 37 balls, putting pressure on the Mumbai bowlers during the middle overs.
Contributions from Harleen Deol (25) and a late flourish by Chloe Tryon (21) ensured UP Warriorz maintained a strong run rate throughout the innings.
For Mumbai Indians, Amelia Kerr was the standout bowler, picking up crucial wickets and preventing UPW from crossing the 200-run mark. However, by the time the lower order was dismissed, the damage had already been done.
Mumbai Indians’ Chase Falls Short
Chasing a challenging target of 188 runs, Mumbai Indians struggled to gain momentum early. Hayley Matthews was dismissed cheaply, and the pressure quickly mounted on the top order.
Captain Harmanpreet Kaur attempted to steady the innings but could manage only 18 runs, failing to find her usual rhythm. With the required run rate climbing, Mumbai needed something special in the middle overs.
That spark came from Amelia Kerr, who played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 49 off 28 balls, keeping MI’s hopes alive.
She was well supported by Amanjot Kaur, who struck 41 runs off 24 deliveries, injecting some late excitement into the chase.
Despite the late surge, the asking rate proved too steep. Mumbai Indians eventually finished on 165/6 in 20 overs, falling short by 22 runs.
UP Warriorz’s bowling unit, led by Sophie Ecclestone, Deepti Sharma, Shikha Pandey, and Kranti Goud, delivered at crucial moments, picking up timely wickets and maintaining pressure during the middle and death overs.
UP Warriorz Strategy Pays Off
UP Warriorz’s success was built on balanced batting and disciplined bowling. Their spinners effectively controlled the middle overs, while the fielding unit brought great energy and intent, cutting off easy runs.
This win is a major confidence booster for UPW, especially after a mixed start to the tournament. It signals their resurgence and intent to challenge the top teams as the league progresses.
Impact on the WPL 2026 Points Table
| Rank | Team | Played | Won | Lost | NRR | Points |
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 3 | 3 | 0 | +1.828 | 6 |
| 2 | Mumbai Indians | 5 | 2 | 3 | +0.151 | 4 |
| 3 | Gujarat Giants | 4 | 2 | 2 | -0.319 | 4 |
| 4 | UP Warriorz | 5 | 2 | 3 | -0.483 | 4 |
| 5 | Delhi Capitals | 3 | 1 | 2 | -0.833 | 2 |
With this victory, UP Warriorz have strengthened their position in the points table, joining the mid-table battle on four points. Mumbai Indians, meanwhile, will need to reassess their combinations and top-order consistency as the tournament heads into its decisive phase.
Match Verdict
The difference in this contest was created by Meg Lanning’s commanding knock, strong middle-order support, and UP Warriorz’s disciplined bowling effort. Mumbai Indians fought till the end, but the steep target proved too much.
With this win, UP Warriorz have made it clear that they possess the firepower to challenge any team in WPL 2026. For Mumbai Indians, improvements in top-order stability and death-overs execution will be crucial moving forward.
The race to the playoffs is heating up—and every match now carries massive significance.