The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 season kicks off with a rematch of last year's final between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Delhi Capitals (DC). DC begins a new era under captain Jemimah Rodrigues, aiming to redefine their identity after significant squad changes, including the departure of Meg Lanning. MI, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, seeks to extend their dominance. The match at DY Patil Stadium is expected to favor batters due to consistent bounce and pace.