WPL 2026 MI vs DC: Playing XI, Match Time, Venue, Live Streaming & Telecast Details

The Women’s Premier League 2026 continues with a blockbuster clash as defending champions Mumbai Indians take on Delhi Capitals. With new leadership, fresh squad combinations, and a strong head-to-head rivalry, the MI vs DC encounter promises an exciting start to Delhi’s campaign.

WPL 2026 MI vs DC Match Preview

As the Women’s Premier League 2026 season progresses, Delhi Capitals will kick off their campaign against defending champions Mumbai Indians, who are playing back-to-back matches in two days. Harmanpreet Kaur and her Mumbai side will be eager to maintain early momentum by registering consecutive wins at the start of the season.

Delhi Capitals, meanwhile, enter the tournament under new leadership, with Jemimah Rodrigues taking charge as captain. The franchise will be aiming for a fresh beginning and a strong opening performance under their new skipper.

Delhi Capitals: New Captain, New Challenges

Squad Overhaul After Retention Constraints

Due to retention limitations, Delhi Capitals were among the most impacted teams ahead of WPL 2026. The franchise had to part ways with former captain Meg Lanning, who had guided the team to three consecutive finals, along with releasing a previously well-settled and experienced bowling unit.

Key Additions and Concerns

In addition to their retained players, DC brought back Minnu Mani, Taniyaa Bhatia, and Sree Charani. To strengthen the squad, the Capitals secured experienced overseas players Chinelle Henry and Laura Wolvaardt.

Their foreign signings also included Lizelle Lee, the retired South African opener, and Lucy Hamilton, a 19-year-old uncapped Australian left-arm pacer. However, a notable concern post-auction remains the Indian pace bowling department, which was once a strength but now appears to be one of the weaker areas in the squad.

WPL 2026 MI vs DC: Probable Playing 11

Mumbai Indians Playing 11 (Probable)

• Hayley Matthews

• Nat Sciver-Brunt

• Harmanpreet Kaur (C)

• Amanjot Kaur

• Amelia Kerr

• G Kamalini (WK)

• Shabnim Ismail

• Saika Ishaque

• Sajeevan Sajana

• Sanskriti Gupta

• Poonam Khemnar

Delhi Capitals Playing 11 (Probable)

• Shafali Verma

• Laura Wolvaardt

• Jemimah Rodrigues (C)

• Minnu Mani

• Marizanne Kapp

• Chinelle Henry

• Sneh Rana

• Alana King

• N Sree Charani

• Taniya Bhatia (WK)

• Nandani Sharma

MI vs DC Head-to-Head Record in WPL

Overall Head-to-Head Stats

• Total matches: 7

• Mumbai Indians won: 3

• Delhi Capitals won: 4

• No result: 0

The rivalry has been closely contested, with DC holding a narrow edge over MI in past WPL meetings.

WPL 2026 MI vs DC: Full Squads

Mumbai Indians Full Squad

Hayley Matthews, G Kamalini (wk), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Amelia Kerr, Amanjot Kaur, Sajeevan Sajana, Poonam Khemnar, Sanskriti Gupta, Shabnim Ismail, Triveni Vasistha, Nalla Reddy, Rahila Firdous, Milly Illingworth, Saika Ishaque, Nicola Carey

Delhi Capitals Full Squad

Jemimah Rodrigues (C), Shafali Verma, Annabel Sutherland, Marizanne Kapp, Niki Prasad, Laura Wolvaardt, Deeya Yadav, Taniya Bhatia (wk), Lizelle Lee (wk), Mamatha Madiwala, Chinelle Henry, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Lucy Hamilton, Nandani Sharma

WPL 2026 MI vs DC: Live Streaming and Telecast Details

Match Date and Day

• Saturday, January 10

Venue

• Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai

Toss Time

• 7:00 PM IST

Match Start Time

• 7:30 PM IST

Where to Watch MI vs DC WPL 2026 Live?

Live Telecast in India

• Star Sports Network

Live Streaming in India

• JioHotstar app and website

What to Expect From MI vs DC Clash

With Mumbai Indians aiming for early dominance and Delhi Capitals beginning a new era under Jemimah Rodrigues, the match sets the tone for both teams’ WPL 2026 campaigns. The contest promises a blend of star power, fresh leadership, and tactical intrigue at one of India’s premier cricket venues.