UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 turned into a blockbuster clash at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. On January 17, 2026, Meg Lanning’s UP Warriorz delivered a stunning performance. They defeated the two-time champions Mumbai Indians by 22 runs. This victory marked UP Warriorz’s second straight win over Mumbai Indians in the season.
What a turnaround for UP Warriorz! They started WPL 2026 with three losses. Now, they’ve bounced back with back-to-back triumphs. This result completes their league double over Mumbai Indians. Only Delhi Capitals achieved this before, in 2025—under Lanning’s captaincy.
The match was full of drama. Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield’s partnership stole the show. Mumbai’s late fightback by Amelia Kerr and Amanjot Kaur added thrill. But UP Warriorz held their nerve.
Fans, have you seen such a comeback story in WPL? Can UP Warriorz keep this momentum going?
In this detailed guide, we’ll break it down. From toss to post-match reactions. We’ll cover innings recaps, key performances, stats, and more. All optimized for you on IPL Star—your go-to for cricket news.
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Toss, Team Lineups and Pre-Match Expectations
The toss set the tone for UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 Match 10.
Mumbai Indians Women won the toss. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur opted to bowl first. “We wanted to chase as a group,” she said later. Mumbai aimed to restrict UP Warriorz and chase under lights.
Mumbai made changes. They rested Shabnim Ismail. Nicola Carey opened the bowling. Their batting saw the fourth different opening pair in five games: Hayley Matthews and S Sajana.
UP Warriorz stuck with their winning XI. Meg Lanning led confidently after their recent form.
Pre-match buzz was high. Mumbai had the second-worst powerplay run rate entering the game. UP Warriorz, fresh from beating Mumbai earlier, looked sharp.
Venue: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. Capacity: 60,000. Ends: Media End, Pavilion End. Broadcast: JioHotstar streaming, Star Sports TV.
Strategically, chasing seemed smart. Venue stats show targets under 180 chased successfully 12/12 times. Over 180? Only 1 win in 9 chases before this.
But UP Warriorz defied odds. Their planning shone through.
Here’s the playing XIs in a table:
| Team | Playing XI |
|---|---|
| UP Warriorz Women | Meg Lanning (c), Kiran Navgire, Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Shweta Sehrawat (wk), Chloe Tryon, Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana Joy, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud |
| Mumbai Indians Women | Hayley Matthews, S Sajana, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Nicola Carey, Amelia Kerr, Amanjot Kaur, Gunalan Kamalini (wk), Sanskriti Gupta, Nalla Kranthi Reddy, Triveni Vasistha |
From online sources, squads matched expectations. ESPNcricinfo noted Mumbai’s instability in openers .
Fans on X were excited. One post said, “UPW to dominate again!” .
This setup promised fireworks. Mumbai needed a win for top spot. UP Warriorz aimed for momentum.
UP Warriorz Innings: Lanning and Litchfield Lay the Foundation for 187/8
UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 saw UP Warriorz bat first after losing the toss.
They posted 187/8 in 20 overs. A strong total on a good pitch.
Early setback: Kiran Navgire out for a golden duck. Bowled by Nicola Carey’s inswinging yorker.
Then, magic happened. Meg Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield built a 119-run stand for the second wicket.
This partnership was key. It was UP Warriorz’s third century stand in WPL history.
Lanning was aggressive. Litchfield complemented perfectly.
Mumbai clawed back late. But the damage was done.
Let’s break it down phase by phase.
Powerplay Dominance (56/1)
Powerplay set the tone.
UP Warriorz scored 56/1 in 6 overs. Their best powerplay this season.
After Navgire’s duck in over 0.4, Lanning took charge.
She flicked Carey for a six. Swept Sciver-Brunt.
Litchfield joined in. Drove Matthews through cover.
Over 3: 12 runs off Carey.
Over 6: 14 runs off Matthews. Back-to-back boundaries by Lanning.
Lanning ended powerplay at 42. Litchfield at 16.
Strong start despite the early wicket.
Middle Overs Acceleration – The Australian Masterclass
Middle overs exploded.
UP Warriorz reached 100 in 11.4 overs.
Lanning hit fifty off 35 balls. Lofted Kerr over long-off.
Litchfield accelerated. From 17 off 18 to 61 off 37.
Her switch-hit was viral. “That’s not a right hander, it’s just Phoebe Litchfield playing an orthodox switch hit,” noted ESPNcricinfo .
She smashed Amanjot and Kerr.
Overs 13-14: Frenzy. 34 runs.
Litchfield’s fifty off 33 balls. Six over midwicket.
But wickets fell. Litchfield caught at backward square off Amanjot.
Lanning out for 70 off 45. Caught at deep square off Matthews.
Partnership: 119 runs in 74 balls.
Harleen Deol added 25 off 16. Chloe Tryon 21 off 13.
Boundaries kept coming.
Late Collapse and Death Overs Restraint by MI
Death overs saw a twist.
UP Warriorz lost 5 wickets in last 6 overs. But scored 49 runs.
Sciver-Brunt struck twice in over 19. Tryon and Sehrawat out.
Kerr’s final over: Masterclass. 3 wickets, 2 runs.
Ecclestone stumped. Deepti caught behind.
Total: 187/8.
Mumbai’s stars: Kerr 3-28, Sciver-Brunt 2-22.
Dropped catches hurt Mumbai. Litchfield dropped twice.
From YouTube highlights, Lanning’s knock was classy .
UP Warriorz batting scorecard:
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meg Lanning (c) | 70 | 45 | 11 | 2 | 155.56 | c Amanjot Kaur b Hayley Matthews |
| Kiran Navgire | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | b Nicola Carey |
| Phoebe Litchfield | 61 | 37 | 7 | 3 | 164.86 | c Sanskriti Gupta b Amanjot Kaur |
| Harleen Deol | 25 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 156.25 | st Gunalan Kamalini b Amelia Kerr |
| Chloe Tryon | 21 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 161.54 | c Harmanpreet Kaur b Nat Sciver-Brunt |
| Shweta Sehrawat (wk) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | c Gunalan Kamalini b Nat Sciver-Brunt |
| Sophie Ecclestone | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 | st Gunalan Kamalini b Amelia Kerr |
| Deepti Sharma | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | c Gunalan Kamalini b Amelia Kerr |
| Asha Sobhana Joy | 1* | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 | not out |
Extras: 8 (b 4, lb 1, w 3)
Mumbai Indians bowling figures:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicola Carey | 4 | 0 | 38 | 1 | 9.50 |
| Sanskriti Gupta | 2 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 8.00 |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | 4 | 0 | 22 | 2 | 5.50 |
| Hayley Matthews | 3 | 0 | 40 | 1 | 13.30 |
| Amanjot Kaur | 3 | 0 | 38 | 1 | 12.70 |
| Amelia Kerr | 4 | 0 | 28 | 3 | 7.00 |
Fall of wickets:
| Wicket | Score | Over |
|---|---|---|
| Kiran Navgire | 5-1 | 0.4 |
| Phoebe Litchfield | 124-2 | 12.6 |
| Meg Lanning | 136-3 | 13.5 |
| Chloe Tryon | 177-4 | 18.1 |
| Shweta Sehrawat | 177-5 | 18.2 |
| Harleen Deol | 185-6 | 19.1 |
| Sophie Ecclestone | 186-7 | 19.4 |
| Deepti Sharma | 187-8 | 19.6 |
This innings showed UP Warriorz’s depth. Lanning’s leadership was evident.
From Times Now live blog, UP Warriorz planned well against Mumbai’s batters .
Now, onto the chase.
Mumbai Indians Chase: Early Collapse and Late Fightback Falls Short at 165/6
Mumbai Indians needed 188 to win UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 Match 10.
They finished at 165/6. Short by 22 runs.
Powerplay woes continued. Middle overs slump. Late heroics not enough.
Shikha Pandey and team bowled smartly.
Let’s dissect the innings.
Another Disastrous Powerplay (38/2)
Powerplay hurt Mumbai again.
They scored 38/2 in 6 overs.
Matthews started with three boundaries. Sajana pulled for six.
But Kranti Gaud trapped Sajana lbw.
Ecclestone’s wicket maiden: Matthews caught and bowled.
Sciver-Brunt got boundaries. Harmanpreet glided one.
Still, slow start. Second-worst opening average this season.
Middle Overs Slump – Game Effectively Over at 69/5
Middle overs sealed fate.
Mumbai at 62/4 halfway.
Sciver-Brunt out to Pandey. Caught by Lanning at cover.
Deepti removed Carey. Caught by Deol.
Harmanpreet pulled Tryon for six. But fell pulling again. Caught by Ecclestone.
At 69/5, required rate over 13.
Game over? Almost.
Kerr-Amanjot Heroics: 83-Run Partnership Revives Hope
Then, fireworks.
Amelia Kerr and Amanjot Kaur added 83 for sixth wicket.
Amanjot smashed 41 off 24. Four fours, three sixes.
Kerr unbeaten 49 off 28. Six fours, one six.
Overs 13-16: 47 runs. Tryon, Sobhana, Ecclestone, Deepti hit.
Timeout at 125/5. 63 needed off 24.
Extended to overs 17-18: More boundaries.
But Pandey ended it. Sharp return catch off Amanjot.
Penultimate over: 3 runs.
Final over: 34 needed. Impossible.
Kamalini added a six. But too late.
Mumbai batting scorecard:
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayley Matthews | 13 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 100.00 | c and b Sophie Ecclestone |
| Sajeevan Sajana | 10 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 166.67 | lbw b Kranti Gaud |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | 15 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 125.00 | c Meg Lanning b Shikha Pandey |
| Harmanpreet Kaur (c) | 18 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 85.71 | c Sophie Ecclestone b Chloe Tryon |
| Nicola Carey | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 60.00 | c Harleen Deol b Deepti Sharma |
| Amelia Kerr | 49* | 28 | 6 | 1 | 175.00 | not out |
| Amanjot Kaur | 41 | 24 | 4 | 3 | 170.83 | c and b Shikha Pandey |
| Gunalan Kamalini (wk) | 9* | 6 | 0 | 1 | 150.00 | not out |
Extras: 4 (w 4)
UP Warriorz bowling figures:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kranti Gaud | 4 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 8.00 |
| Shikha Pandey | 4 | 0 | 30 | 2 | 7.50 |
| Sophie Ecclestone | 4 | 1 | 33 | 1 | 8.20 |
| Deepti Sharma | 4 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 8.80 |
| Chloe Tryon | 2 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 9.00 |
| Asha Sobhana Joy | 2 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 8.50 |
Fall of wickets:
| Wicket | Score | Over |
|---|---|---|
| Sajeevan Sajana | 23-1 | 2.5 |
| Hayley Matthews | 23-2 | 3.2 |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | 44-3 | 6.5 |
| Nicola Carey | 57-4 | 9.3 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | 69-5 | 10.6 |
| Amanjot Kaur | 152-6 | 18.3 |
Phase comparison:
| Phase | UP Warriorz Runs/Wkts | Mumbai Indians Runs/Wkts |
|---|---|---|
| Powerplay (0.1-6) | 56/1 | 38/2 |
| Middle (7-15) | 98/2 | 87/3 |
| Death (16-20) | 33/5 | 40/1 |
Kerr’s all-round show was highlight. But UP Warriorz’s discipline won.
From Outlook India, collective bowling effort praised .
Standout Individual Performances and Player Analysis
UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 had stars shining.
Meg Lanning earned Player of the Match. Her 70 was pivotal.
Let’s analyze key players.
Meg Lanning – Player of the Match and Captain’s Knock
Meg Lanning led from front.
70 off 45. 11 fours, 2 sixes.
First POTM in 32 WPL games.
Aggressive yet composed. Powered powerplay.
Post-match: “It was a nice bounce-back… We did a lot of planning.”
Her captaincy linked to doubles over MI.
Season context: Guiding UP Warriorz’s resurgence.
Expertise shines. Australian legend adapts to WPL.
Alt: Meg Lanning batting in UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026
Phoebe Litchfield – Explosive Complement
Phoebe Litchfield matched Lanning.
61 off 37. 7 fours, 3 sixes.
Slow start, then blast. Switch-hit iconic.
“Litchfield gets going,” noted reports.
Complements Lanning. Hits different areas.
Dropped catches helped. But her striking clean.
Season: Emerging star for UP Warriorz.
From NDTV Sports, she starred despite drops (wait, image 0 is from NDTV).
Alt: Phoebe Litchfield switch hit in UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026
Amelia Kerr – Lone Ranger for MI
Amelia Kerr was Mumbai’s hero.
3-28 with ball. Unbeaten 49 with bat.
All-round brilliance.
Dismissed key batters in death.
Batting: Revived chase with Amanjot.
Season: Warmed up with T20 century pre-WPL (image 5).
But lacked support.
Harmanpreet: “They both put us in a situation where we had hope.”
Kerr’s leggies troubled.
Alt: Amelia Kerr all-round performance in UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026
Amanjot Kaur and Shikha Pandey Turning Points
Amanjot Kaur fought hard.
41 off 24. Explosive sixes.
Partnership with Kerr: 83 runs.
But caught and bowled by Pandey.
Shikha Pandey: 2-30.
Crucial wickets. Composed in death.
Her return catch ended hopes.
Both turned momentum.
Bowling Stars – Ecclestone, Pandey, Kerr
Sophie Ecclestone: 1-33, wicket maiden.
Shikha Pandey: Key breakthroughs.
Kerr: Best figures.
Deepti Sharma: Economical, one wicket.
Collective effort.
From IANS, bowling guided win (web 7? Wait, adjust).
These performances defined the match.
Key Statistics, Records Broken, and Venue Insights
Stats tell the story in UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026.
UP Warriorz defended 180+. Rare at DY Patil.
Records: Lanning’s first POTM.
League double over MI.
Partnerships table:
| Partnership | Runs | Balls | Players |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Wicket (UPW) | 119 | 74 | Lanning-Litchfield |
| 6th Wicket (MI) | 83 | 45 | Kerr-Amanjot |
Scoring breakdown:
| Metric | UP Warriorz | Mumbai Indians |
|---|---|---|
| Sixes | 7 | 7 |
| Fours | 21 | 19 |
| Boundaries Runs | 126 | 118 |
| Dot Balls % | 38% | 44% |
| Extras | 8 | 4 |
Powerplay comparison WPL 2026 (up to Match 10):
| Team | Avg Runs | Avg Wkts | Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCB Women | High | Low | Top |
| MI Women | Low | High | Worst |
| UP Warriorz | Improved | Balanced | Good |
Venue: Targets >180: Won 1 Lost 8 before. Now 2-8 after UPW win.
From Cricbuzz, player highlights available .
X posts noted UPW’s first win defending high .
These numbers show UP Warriorz’s edge.
Updated WPL 2026 Points Table and What It Means
UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 impacted standings.
UP Warriorz climbed. Mumbai slipped.
Updated table:
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | PT | NRR | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 1.828 | W W W |
| 2 | Mumbai Indians Women | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0.151 | L W W L L |
| 3 | Gujarat Giants Women | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -0.319 | W W L L |
| 4 | UP Warriorz Women | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 | -0.483 | L L L W W |
| 5 | Delhi Capitals Women | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -0.833 | L L W |
UP Warriorz: Resurgence. Two wins boost confidence. NRR improving.
Mumbai: Slide. Three losses in five. Powerplay issues.
Playoff implications: Tight mid-table. UPW now contenders.
Upcoming: UPW vs GG. MI vs DC.
From All India Radio, final scores confirmed .
Momentum with UP Warriorz.
Fan Reactions and Social Media Buzz
Fans erupted after UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026.
X buzzed with reactions.
“UP Warriorz complete double over MI! Lanning magic,” tweeted one.
Amanjot’s sixes went viral. “Fireworks from Amanjot,” said fans.
Litchfield’s switch-hit: Memes everywhere.
Harmanpreet faced criticism. “Powerplay fixes needed,” posts said.
Positive for UPW: “From 0-3 to 2-3. Comeback kings!”
Hashtags: #UPWvsMI #WPL2026 trended.
From WomenCricket.com, toss details shared .
Celebration images flooded feeds.
Alt: UP Warriorz celebration after win over Mumbai Indians WPL 2026
Global praise. Sanjay Manjrekar-like comments on stars.
Engaging community.
Conclusion: UP Warriorz Momentum vs Mumbai’s Soul-Searching
UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 ended with UP Warriorz’s epic win.
22-run margin. But closer than score suggests.
Key takeaways: UPW’s batting depth. MI’s top-order fixes.
Lanning: Momentum to Vadodara.
Harmanpreet: Discuss mistakes.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026
1. Who won UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 Match 10? UP Warriorz Women defeated Mumbai Indians Women by 22 runs on January 17, 2026, at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. This victory completed UP Warriorz’s league double over the two-time champions, marking only the second time a team achieved this feat against Mumbai Indians in WPL history.
2. What was the final score in WPL 2026 Match 10 between UPW and MIW? UP Warriorz posted 187/8 in their 20 overs, powered by a 119-run partnership. Mumbai Indians were restricted to 165/6 while chasing, falling short despite a late fightback.
3. Who was Player of the Match in UP Warriorz win over MI in WPL 2026? Meg Lanning was named Player of the Match for her captain’s knock of 70 off 45 balls (11 fours, 2 sixes). It was her first POTM award in 32 WPL games and proved crucial in setting a competitive total.
4. How did Meg Lanning perform in WPL 2026 against Mumbai Indians Women? Meg Lanning played a match-defining innings of 70 off 45, reaching her fifty in 35 balls. Her aggressive yet composed batting anchored UP Warriorz’s innings and guided their strategic defence at DY Patil Stadium Navi Mumbai.
5. What were the key UPW vs MIW highlights from WPL 2026 Match 10? Highlights included the 119-run second-wicket stand between Meg Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield, Litchfield’s viral switch-hit six, Amelia Kerr’s 3-28 and unbeaten 49, Amanjot Kaur’s explosive 41 off 24, and Shikha Pandey’s match-turning 2-30.
6. How impactful was Phoebe Litchfield’s batting in UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026? UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 Phoebe Litchfield scored a blistering 61 off 37 balls (7 fours, 3 sixes). Her explosive strokeplay, including a memorable switch-hit, complemented Lanning perfectly and accelerated UP Warriorz to a strong total.
7. What stood out in Amelia Kerr’s all-round performance in WPL 2026 Match 10? UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 Amelia Kerr delivered a lone ranger effort for Mumbai Indians, taking 3-28 (including a sensational final over with 3 wickets for 2 runs) and remaining unbeaten on 49 off 28. Her 83-run partnership with Amanjot Kaur gave Mumbai late hope.
8. Where was WPL 2026 Match 10 played and what venue insights emerged? UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 The match was held at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. UP Warriorz achieved the venue’s first successful defence of a 180+ target in 10 attempts, defying historical chasing trends.
9. How does the WPL points table 2026 look after UP Warriorz win over MI? UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 After Match 10, Royal Challengers Bengaluru lead with 6 points. Mumbai Indians (4 points, NRR +0.151), Gujarat Giants (4 points), and UP Warriorz (4 points) are tightly packed, with UP Warriorz showing resurgence from 0-3 to 2-3.
10. Can UP Warriorz sustain momentum after beating Mumbai Indians twice in WPL 2026? UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2026 UP Warriorz’s back-to-back wins over the champions signal a strong turnaround. Improved powerplay scoring, disciplined bowling, and Meg Lanning’s leadership make them serious playoff contenders.