WPL 2026, Match 8: MIW vs UPW head-to-head, weather & pitch report, predicted playing XIs

Mumbai Indians Women will face off against UP Warriorz Women in Match 8 of the Women's Premier League 2026 on January 15 at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. The match is important for both teams, with one looking to stay near the top and the other searching for their first win.

Mumbai Indians Women are second in the points table, with two wins out of three matches played so far. This team has looked pretty solid in most departments and will look to carry the momentum forward. A win in this game could help MIW move closer to the top spot in the standings.

UP Warriorz Women are still looking for their first victory in WPL 2026. After losing all their matches so far, they are currently at the bottom of the table. Led by Meg Lanning, UPW will be desperate to change their fortunes and finally get points on the board.

MIW vs UPW: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played: 7
  
• Mumbai Indians Women Won: 5
  
• UP Warriorz Women Won: 2
  
• Tied / No Result: 0

MIW vs UPW: Weather & Pitch Report

The weather conditions for Navi Mumbai have been anticipated to be clear and favorable for playing the match. The temperature will be around 27°C in the evening, with moderately blowing winds of about 12 km/h. Humidity levels will remain close to 48%, with no rain threat.

The pitch at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy usually helps batters. Teams can score freely, especially early in the innings. Bowlers will need to be accurate and disciplined, as loose balls often go for runs. Matches here often stay competitive until the final overs.

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MIW vs UPW: Predicted Playing XIs

Mumbai Indians Women (MIW):

Hayley Matthews, G Kamalini (WK), Amelia Kerr, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Nicola Carey, Sajeevan Sajana, Amanjot Kaur, Sanskriti Gupta, Poonam Khemnar, Shabnim Ismail, Triveni Vasistha

UP Warriorz Women (UPW):

Kiran Navgire, Meg Lanning (C), Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Shweta Sehrawat (WK), Deandra Dottin, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud