The **Women’s Premier League 2026** continues with a blockbuster clash as **Bangalore Women (BLR-W)** take on **UP Women (UP-W)** at the **Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai**. With both teams stacked with explosive batters and world-class all-rounders, this match is expected to be a **high-scoring thriller**  especially on one of the most batting-friendly grounds in WPL.

With stars like **Smriti Mandhana, Nadine de Klerk, Phoebe Litchfield, Sophie Ecclestone and Deepti Sharma** in action, fantasy players can expect massive point-scoring opportunities.


## **Toss Update**

**Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women have won the toss and have opted to field**


## **Match Details**

* **Match:** Bangalore Women vs UP Women – WPL 2026
* **Venue:** Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
* **Date:** 12 January 2026
* **Time:** 7:30 PM IST


## **Live Streaming & Broadcast**

* **Live Streaming:** **JioHotstar App & Website**
* **Live Telecast:** **Star Sports Network (India)**


## **Weather Report – Navi Mumbai**

* **Temperature:** Around 26°C
* **Humidity:** Moderate
* **Rain:** No rain expected
* **Dew Factor:** High in second innings

**Weather Impact:**
Evening dew will make batting easier in the chase, so the team winning the toss is likely to **bowl first**.


## **Pitch Report – DY Patil Stadium**

DY Patil is a **run-scoring paradise** in WPL.

* **Average Score (Last 5 matches):** 174
* **Pacers Wickets:** 35
* **Spinners Wickets:** 25

**Pitch Insight:**
Batters enjoy true bounce and fast outfield. Bowlers who rely on **pace variation and death-over skills** succeed here more than spinners.


## **Injury Updates & Player Availability**

### **Bangalore Women**

* No injury concerns reported
* All key players including **Nadine de Klerk, Mandhana, Richa Ghosh, Lauren Bell** are available

### **UP Women**

* Full squad fit
* **Deepti Sharma, Litchfield, Ecclestone, Dottin** all available

*Final Playing XIs will be confirmed after the toss.*


## **Team Analysis**

### **Bangalore Women (BLR-W)**

Bangalore come into this match after beating Mumbai in their previous game.

* **Nadine de Klerk** – 63 runs & 4 wickets last match
* **Smriti Mandhana** – Aggressive opener, ideal for DY Patil
* **Richa Ghosh** – Finisher + wicketkeeping points
* **Lauren Bell & Shreyanka Patil** – Key bowlers

**Strength:** Explosive all-round depth


### **UP Women (UP-W)**

UP posted **197 runs** in their last match batting is their biggest weapon.

* **Phoebe Litchfield** – 78 runs last match
* **Meg Lanning** – Provides solid starts
* **Sophie Ecclestone** – Wicket-taking threat anywhere
* **Deandra Dottin** – Power hitter + seam bowling

**Strength:** Powerful top order & elite spin


## **Top Fantasy Picks**

* **Nadine de Klerk (BLR-W):** The most valuable all-rounder in this match. She scored 63 runs and took 4 wickets in the previous game and already has 257 fantasy points this season.

* **Phoebe Litchfield (UP-W):** In outstanding form on batting-friendly pitches. Her recent 78 shows she can dominate attacks when set.

* **Sophie Ecclestone (UP-W):** A world-class spinner who keeps picking up wickets regardless of conditions. Also contributes with handy runs.

* **Smriti Mandhana (BLR-W):** DY Patil suits her stroke-play perfectly. She is due for a big knock and remains a safe fantasy pick.

* **Deandra Dottin (UP-W):** A genuine impact player. She can smash quick runs and bowl crucial medium-pace overs, making her ideal for fantasy contests.


## **Captain & Vice-Captain Choices**

### **Safe Picks**

* Nadine de Klerk
* Sophie Ecclestone

### **High-Reward Picks**

* Phoebe Litchfield
* Smriti Mandhana
* Deandra Dottin


## **Fantasy Strategy – BLR-W vs UP-W**

* Load up on **top-order batters**
* Pick **all-rounders** who bat & bowl
* Avoid too many finger spinners
* Prefer players from the **chasing team** due to dew


### **Disclaimer**

This match preview is based on current form, pitch data, and publicly available information. Team line-ups and conditions may change before the match. Please check official toss and squad updates before finalizing your fantasy team. Fantasy sports involve risk play responsibly.

The WPL 2026 action heats up as Bangalore takes on UP at the high-scoring DY Patil Stadium. With Nadine de Klerk in red-hot form and Phoebe Litchfield scoring big, check out the top fantasy strategies and pitch report for this clash.

Women's Premier League 2026

BLR-W vs UP-W

WPL 2026: BLR-W vs UP-W Match Preview, Fantasy Tips, Pitch Report, Injury News & Live Streaming