Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Smriti Mandhana stated that strong performances in the Women's Premier League (WPL) can open doors for players to be selected for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup. She emphasized the WPL as a crucial platform for emerging talent to showcase their abilities for national selection. Mandhana also noted that while individual performance is key, team balance and role clarity are considered in selection decisions. She believes the WPL is elevating the standards of Indian women's cricket.