The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 season kicks off with a match between UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants in Navi Mumbai. Both teams are seeking their first WPL title and have undergone significant squad changes, including new captains Meg Lanning for UP Warriorz and Ashleigh Gardner for Gujarat Giants. Historically, the head-to-head record is tied at three wins each. The match is scheduled for January 10th, with live telecast on Star Sports Network and streaming on JioHotstar.