WPL 2026 Today’s Match: RCB vs UPW Preview, Toss Time and Live Streaming

As the WPL 2026 moves into a decisive phase, UP Warriorz (UPW) face a must-win situation as they take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a high-stakes encounter at Vadodara today. With playoff spots on the line, both teams enter the contest under pressure, albeit for different reasons.

UP Warriorz Fight to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

UP Warriorz are staring at the prospect of a fourth consecutive disappointing WPL season and have little margin for error. Despite revamping their squad and appointing Meg Lanning as captain, consistency has remained elusive, especially from their Indian core.

Struggles at the top of the order, particularly Kiran Navgire’s ongoing issues, have hurt UPW’s batting momentum. With just two matches remaining, the Warriorz need to win both games to stay firmly in contention. Even a single victory could keep them alive, but only through a complex set of permutations involving other results.

This makes the clash against table-toppers RCB virtually a knockout game for UPW.

RCB Look to Regain Momentum After Back-to-Back Losses

RCB, on the other hand, still sit at the top of the WPL 2026 points table, but recent results have raised concerns. After a dominant five-match winning streak, the Bengaluru side has suffered two consecutive defeats, denting their momentum at a crucial juncture.

The match against UP Warriorz offers RCB an opportunity to regain rhythm, secure their top-spot credentials, and head into the playoffs with renewed confidence.

With UPW desperate for survival and RCB eager to bounce back, the contest promises to be a tense and pivotal encounter in the WPL 2026 playoff race.

WPL 2026 RCB vs UPW: Probable Playing 11

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing 11

• Smriti Mandhana (captain)

• Grace Harris

• Georgia Voll

• Richa Ghosh (wicketkeeper)

• Gautami Naik

• Radha Yadav

• Nadine de Klerk

• Arundhati Reddy

• Shreyanka Patil

• Sayali Satghare

• Lauren Bell

UP Warriorz Playing 11

• Smriti Mandhana (captain)

• Grace Harris

• Georgia Voll

• Richa Ghosh (wicketkeeper)

• Gautami Naik

• Radha Yadav

• Nadine de Klerk

• Arundhati Reddy

• Shreyanka Patil

• Sayali Satghare

• Lauren Bell

RCB vs UPW Head-to-Head Record in WPL

• Total matches: 7

• RCB won: 4

• UPW won: 2

• Tie: 1

RCB hold a clear edge historically, but UPW will be hoping pressure and desperation work in their favour.

WPL 2026 RCB vs UPW: Full Squads

RCB Squad for WPL 2026

Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana (c), Georgia Voll, Gautami Naik, Radha Yadav, Richa Ghosh (w), Nadine de Klerk, Arundhati Reddy, Sayali Satghare, Shreyanka Patil, Lauren Bell, Prathyoosha Kumar, Prema Rawat, Pooja Vastrakar, Linsey Smith, Dayalan Hemalatha

UP Warriorz Squad for WPL 2026

Meg Lanning (c), Kiran Navgire, Amy Jones, Harleen Deol, Chloe Tryon, Deepti Sharma, Shweta Sehrawat (w), Asha Sobhana Joy, Sophie Ecclestone, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud, Charli Knott, Deandra Dottin, Trisha Gongadi, Shipra Giri, Simran Shaikh, Pratika Rawal, Suman Meena

RCB vs UPW WPL 2026: Match Date, Venue and Timings

When will the RCB vs UPW match be played?

The RCB vs UPW WPL 2026 match will be played on Thursday, January 29.

What is the venue for the match?

The match will be played at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara.

When will the toss take place?

The toss will take place at 7:00 PM IST.

When will the match start?

The first ball will be bowled at 7:30 PM IST.

WPL 2026 RCB vs UPW: Live Telecast and Streaming Details

Where to watch live telecast in India?

The live telecast of the match will be available on the Star Sports network.

Where to watch live streaming in India?

The live streaming of the RCB vs UPW match will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.

Match Outlook

With UP Warriorz fighting for survival and Royal Challengers Bengaluru aiming to reclaim dominance, today’s WPL 2026 clash in Vadodara could play a decisive role in shaping the final playoff picture.