The Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz are set to begin their Women's Premier League 2026 campaigns in Navi Mumbai. UP Warriorz, led by new captain Meg Lanning, opted to bowl first after winning the toss against Ashleigh Gardner's Gujarat Giants. Both teams have had contrasting previous seasons, with the Giants reaching the playoffs and the Warriorz finishing last. Historically, the head-to-head record between the two sides is tied at three wins each.