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WPL fifth edition to run 14 January to 7 February in Vadodara and Mumbai

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru open against Mumbai Indians; each city hosts 11 matches.

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Key facts

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  • The fifth Women's Premier League starts on 14 January 2027 and ends on 7 February.
  • Vadodara and Mumbai will each host 11 matches.
  • Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru play Mumbai Indians in the opener.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the schedule for the fifth edition of the Women's Premier League (WPL). The tournament will run from 14 January to 7 February 2027, with matches in Vadodara and Mumbai.

The BCCI said both cities will host 11 matches each. The opening match will see defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru face the Mumbai Indians.

Venues and opening fixture

The tournament is set to be played in two cities, which will share the fixtures equally. The first match will be played in the opening week, with the defending champions taking on the Mumbai Indians. The BCCI announced the schedule on Tuesday, 4 November.

The announcement gives teams and fans nearly two months of lead time before the first ball is bowled. Ticketing details have not yet been announced.

What comes next

The BCCI has not yet said how the matches will be broadcast or when tickets will go on sale. Further details on match timings and ticket availability are expected to follow.

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Sources: Times of India, NDTV Sports

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