The **Women’s Premier League 2026** delivers another blockbuster as **Mumbai Women (MUM-W)** face **UP Women (UP-W)** at the iconic **Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai**. Just two days after UP stunned Mumbai at this venue, the defending champions are hungry for revenge in what promises to be a **high-scoring, high-pressure WPL clash**.

With superstars like **Harmanpreet Kaur, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amelia Kerr, Deepti Sharma and Sophie Ecclestone** in action, this **MUM-W vs UP-W** match is a dream for cricket fans and fantasy players alike.


## **Match Details**

* **Match:** Mumbai Women vs UP Women – WPL 2026
* **Venue:** Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
* **Date:** 17 January 2026
* **Time:** **3:30 PM IST**


## **Live Streaming & TV Broadcast**

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

Fans in India can watch every ball live on **Star Sports** and stream the match on **JioHotstar**.


## **Weather Report – Navi Mumbai**

* **Temperature:** Around 29°C
* **Humidity:** ~65%
* **Rain Chance:** Less than 5%
* **Dew:** Minimal (day match)

Conditions will be warm and slightly humid, but **rain will not be a factor**, ensuring a full 40-over contest.


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

DY Patil is one of the best batting tracks in the WPL.

* **Average 1st Innings Score:** 172
* **Pacers Wickets (last 5):** 25
* **Spinners Wickets (last 5):** 20

The surface offers **true bounce and fast outfield**, helping batters play their shots. However, bowlers with variations — especially all-rounders — also get rewards.

**Fantasy Insight:** Expect another **high-scoring WPL match** with all-rounders playing a huge role.


## **Team Form & Head-to-Head**

**Mumbai Women**

* Recent form: L-W-W-L-W
* Head-to-head vs UP: **5 wins**

**UP Women**

* Recent form: W-L-L-L-W
* Beat Mumbai in the last game

Mumbai have the historical edge, but UP arrive with confidence after their recent win.


## **Injury Updates & Player Availability**

Both teams are **fully fit**.
No injury concerns reported from either camp.


## **Probable Playing XI**

**Mumbai Women (MUM-W)**
Hayley Matthews, G Kamalini, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Amelia Kerr, Sajeevan Sajana, Amanjot Kaur, Nicola Carey, Shabnim Ismail, Sanskriti Gupta, Triveni Vasistha

**UP Women (UP-W)**
Meg Lanning, Kiran Navgire, Harleen Deol, Phoebe Litchfield, Deepti Sharma, Shweta Sehrawat, Chloe Tryon, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Goud


## **Key Players to Watch**

### **Nat Sciver-Brunt (MUM-W)**

139 runs + 5 wickets in the series
Scored 65 and took 2 wickets vs UP last match

### **Harmanpreet Kaur (MUM-W)**

181 runs in the series, including two 70+ scores
Brilliant form at the top

### **Amelia Kerr (MUM-W)**

7 wickets so far
Dangerous leg-spin on this surface

### **Phoebe Litchfield (UP-W)**

150 runs in the series
UP’s most consistent batter

### **Deepti Sharma (UP-W)**

All-round value: 48 runs + 3 wickets
Bowls key overs

### **Nicola Carey (MUM-W)**

131 runs + 6 wickets
One of the most valuable WPL fantasy players


## **Fantasy Picks**

### **Safe Picks**

* Nat Sciver-Brunt
* Amelia Kerr
* Harmanpreet Kaur
* Deepti Sharma

### **Differential Picks**

* Harleen Deol
* Nicola Carey
* Shabnim Ismail


## **Match Prediction**

Mumbai Women have **more in-form all-rounders** and a stronger batting core. Expect **MUM-W** to bounce back and level the score against UP.


## **Disclaimer**

This match preview is based on current form, pitch conditions and available data. Playing XIs may change after the toss. Fantasy sports involve financial risk please play responsibly and use your own judgment.

Mumbai Women look for revenge against UP Women in this exciting WPL 2026 clash at the DY Patil Stadium. Get our expert fantasy cricket analysis, pitch report, probable playing XI, and top player picks to help you build your winning team for major contests.

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