The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 playoff race is still ongoing with one match left in the league. UP Warriorz and Delhi Capitals are vying for the last Eliminator spot, while Mumbai Indians aim for playoffs after a loss to Gujarat Giants.
Gujarat Giants have already earned their spot in the Eliminator. The outcome of the upcoming match between Delhi Capitals and UP Warriorz will decide the final qualifying team.
Mumbai Indians’ Qualification Scenario
Mumbai Indians concluded their league matches with six points. Their future now depends on other teams’ results. They have the highest net run-rate (NRR) among the three playoff contenders, giving them a chance to qualify.
UP Warriorz must win against Delhi Capitals for Mumbai Indians to have a shot at the playoffs. The margin of victory is crucial; if UP Warriorz wins by a close margin, all three teams—MI, DC, and UPW—will have six points. In that case, Mumbai Indians would advance due to their superior net run-rate.
If Delhi Capitals win, they will claim the final playoff spot, eliminating Mumbai Indians from contention.
UP Warriorz Face Tough Challenge
UP Warriorz has a tough road to the playoffs. They must beat Delhi Capitals while achieving a victory margin of 156 runs to outpace MI’s net run-rate.
The largest win in WPL history occurred when Mumbai Indians beat Gujarat Giants by 143 runs in the 2023 season. This suggests that UP Warriorz will struggle to qualify.
The team needs to manage their victory margin effectively against Delhi Capitals for the best possible outcome.
Ashleigh Gardner Leads Gujarat Giants into Eliminator
Gujarat Giants reached the Eliminator after breaking their losing streak against Mumbai Indians. They secured their first WPL win against MI under the leadership of Ashleigh Gardner after eight straight losses.
Gujarat Giants posted 167 runs batting first. Gardner made a significant contribution with 46 runs. The bowling attack effectively restricted Harmanpreet Kaur’s Mumbai team.
Gujarat Giants qualified for the playoffs with an 11-run victory. Georgia Wareham was named Player of the Match for her impressive all-round performance in the game.
The match between Delhi Capitals and UP Warriorz will determine the final playoff spot as the league progresses.
