With only one league match remaining in the Women’s Premier League 2026, the competition for the final playoff position is still open. Mumbai Indians are still in the race, even after their defeat to Gujarat Giants. The Giants have already secured their spot in the Eliminator, while MI, Delhi Capitals, and UP Warriorz are all vying for the last qualifying position.
Currently, MI has six points and no remaining games, so their chances now depend on Delhi Capitals’ last match against UP Warriorz. Despite the loss to Gujarat, MI has the best net run-rate (NRR) among the three teams contending for the Eliminator spot.
MI’s chances of advancing depend on a specific outcome: UP Warriorz needs to beat Delhi Capitals, but only by a small margin. If this occurs, all three teams—MI, DC, and UPW—would finish with six points. In that situation, MI’s superior net run-rate would allow them to move into the Eliminator alongside Gujarat Giants.
If Delhi Capitals win their match, they will take the final playoff spot, eliminating MI.
For UP Warriorz, qualification seems unlikely. They need to win against DC but would have to do so by about 156 runs to surpass MI’s net run-rate. For context, the largest victory margin in WPL history is MI’s 143-run win over GG in 2023.
Thus, Mumbai’s path to qualification is straightforward: they need GG to beat Delhi, but by a small margin.
Gujarat Giants Overcome MI to Secure Eliminator Spot
GG, led by Ashleigh Gardner, finally triumphed over Mumbai Indians after suffering eight consecutive losses in the WPL. This victory was particularly significant as it secured their place in the Eliminator.
Batting first, GG scored 167 runs, with Gardner contributing 46 runs. Their bowlers effectively limited the Harmanpreet Kaur-led team, winning by 11 runs. Georgia Wareham was awarded Player of the Match for her all-round performance.
