The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 is underway, and fans are gearing up for the highly anticipated match between the UP Warriorz (UPW) and the Gujarat Giants (GG). Both teams are eager to start the season strong and showcase their revamped squads.
The UP Warriorz will face the Gujarat Giants on January 10 at the DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. The match is scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM IST.
Live Streaming Details
For fans in India, the GG vs UPW WPL 2026 match will be live-streamed on the JioHotstar app and website.
TV Telecast Details
The match will be telecast on the Star Sports Network in India.
Team Overviews
UP Warriorz:
The UP Warriorz are aiming for a fresh start in WPL 2026 after finishing at the bottom of the table in the previous season. Significant changes have been made, including the appointment of Abhishek Nayar as head coach and Australian Meg Lanning as captain. The franchise retained only Shweta Sehrawat ahead of the auction, opting for a near-complete overhaul of the squad. Key players to watch include Meg Lanning for her leadership and consistency, Deepti Sharma as a crucial all-rounder, Sophie Ecclestone for her effective spin bowling, and Shikha Pandey for her experience.
Predicted Playing XI: Meg Lanning (c), Kiran Navgire, Deandre Dottin, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Phoebe Litchfield, Shipra Giri, Sophie Ecclestone, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Goud, Asha Shobana.
Gujarat Giants:
The Gujarat Giants are also looking to make a mark in WPL 2026. The team has added Sophie Devine to their roster. Their fast-bowling unit is led by Renuka Singh Thakur, supported by Kim Garth and Kashvee Gautam. The spin department includes Ashleigh Gardner, Georgia Wareham, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, and Tanuja Kanwar. Ashleigh Gardner will captain the Gujarat Giants squad.
Predicted Playing XI: Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine, Ash Gardner, Bharti Fulmali, Kanika Ahuja, Kashveen Gautam, Georgia Wareham, Renuka Singh, Tanuja Kanwar, Rajeshwari Gaikwad, Titas Sadhu.
Both the UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants have never reached the final of the WPL. With the changes in team composition, both teams will be looking to gain early momentum in the tournament.
