WPL 2026: Beating teams led by Indian captains will be extra motivation, says Ashleigh Gardner ahead of Giants' opener

IANS | January 10, 2026 10:26 AM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 10 (IANS) While heaping praise on the Indian women's team for its recent upsurge leading to the sensational victory in the 50-over World Cup, Australian star Ashleigh Gardner, the captain of Gujarat Giants, said beating teams led by Indian players is extra motivation for her because of the popularity they enjoy at home.

WPL 2026: De Klerk pulls off a heist as RCB steal thrilling three-wicket win over MI (ld)

IANS | January 9, 2026 11:54 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Thanks to a stunning late assault from Nadine de Klerk, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pulled off a dramatic three-wicket win over defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 2206 Women’s Premier League (WPL) opener at the DY Patil Stadium on Friday.

WPL 2026: De Klerk pulls off a heist with unbeaten 63 as RCB steal thrilling win over MI

IANS | January 9, 2026 11:40 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Thanks to a stunning late assault by Nadine de Klerk, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pulled off a dramatic three-wicket win over defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) in the opening match of the 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Friday.

WPL 2026: Sajana top-scores with 45 as MI make a competitive 154/6 against RCB

IANS | January 9, 2026 9:42 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Sajeevan Sajana top-scored with a counter-attacking 45 off 25 balls and made the most of being dropped twice early on as Mumbai Indians (MI) posted a competitive 154/6 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the opening match of the 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Friday.

WPL 2026: Harnaaz, Jacqueline, and Honey Singh shine in tournament’s glitzy opening ceremony

IANS | January 9, 2026 8:51 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) The fourth edition of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) began with a star-studded opening ceremony at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Friday, with Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Honey Singh adding glitz to the pre-match entertainment.

WPL 2026: Have no doubt GG will have a successful season, says head coach Klinger

IANS | January 9, 2026 8:11 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Gujarat Giants (GG) head coach Michael Klinger said he was confident of the team having a successful time in the 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) as the Adani Sportsline-owned franchise prepares to open their campaign against UP Warriorz at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

WPL 2026: Everything feels positive, DC are raring to go, says head coach Batty

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:52 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Jonathan Batty said his side are ‘raring to go’ and everything feels positive in their build-up to open their 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) campaign against defending champions Mumbai Indians at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday.

WPL 2026: It’s been really fun and I’m just excited for the first game, says Lauren Bell

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:47 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) England pacer Lauren Bell said the build-up to 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) after joining 2024 winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru has been a lot of fun, adding that she’s just excited to turn out in the first game against Mumbai Indians at the DY Patil Stadium.

Pieterson bids for Andy Flower to replace McCullum as England head coach

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:18 PM

London, Jan 9 (IANS) Following England’s 4-1 Ashes series defeat against Australia, Kevin Pietersen has called for changes in the national coaching setup and backed former head coach Andy Flower as a potential successor to Brendon McCullum.

WPL 2026: RCB elect to bowl first against defending champions MI, unwell Matthews out

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:12 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have won the toss and elected to bowl first against defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) in the opening match of the 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) at an electrifying DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Friday.

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WPL 2026: Beating teams led by Indian captains will be extra motivation, says Ashleigh Gardner ahead of Giants' opener

WPL 2026: De Klerk pulls off a heist as RCB steal thrilling three-wicket win over MI (ld)

WPL 2026: De Klerk pulls off a heist with unbeaten 63 as RCB steal thrilling win over MI

WPL 2026: Sajana top-scores with 45 as MI make a competitive 154/6 against RCB

WPL 2026: Harnaaz, Jacqueline, and Honey Singh shine in tournament’s glitzy opening ceremony

WPL 2026: Have no doubt GG will have a successful season, says head coach Klinger

WPL 2026: Everything feels positive, DC are raring to go, says head coach Batty

WPL 2026: It’s been really fun and I’m just excited for the first game, says Lauren Bell

Pieterson bids for Andy Flower to replace McCullum as England head coach

WPL 2026: RCB elect to bowl first against defending champions MI, unwell Matthews out

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