WPL 2025: Mumbai Indians Women vs UP Warriorz Women – Preview, Prediction and Where To Watch The Match LIVE

The first half of the ongoing WPL 2025 is nearing its conclusion, with the Chinnaswamy Stadium set to host a clash between Mumbai Indians Women (MI-W) and UP Warriorz Women (UP-W) on Wednesday, February 26. A victory for Mumbai could propel them to the top of the standings, while UP Warriorz will be aiming for their third consecutive win.

Mumbai Indians Women vs UP Warriorz Women: Preview

Facing the defending champions on their home turf in front of a packed crowd? Not a problem for Mumbai Indians Women (MI-W) and UP Warriorz Women (UP-W). Both teams have already defeated RCB at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium and are now set to clash in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. While this fixture might have been seen as a one-sided affair favouring Mumbai earlier, Warriorz’s recent performances have added intrigue.

Despite back-to-back wins, the Warriorz’s batting lineup remains inconsistent, relying heavily on lower-order heroics. Chinelle Henry has smashed 12 sixes in just 44 balls faced during WPL 2025, already tying for the fourth-highest tally in a single WPL season. Chinelle Henry and Kranti Goud were instrumental against Delhi Capitals, while Sophie Ecclestone starred in the Super Over victory against RCB. Although Ecclestone has gone wicketless in her last two outings, she has maintained an economy rate of around 7 and played a crucial role in defending eight runs during the Super Over. Sophie Ecclestone has gone wicketless in her last two matches. Prior to that, she failed to take a wicket in just one of her previous 19 WPL appearances.

Mumbai, on the other hand, will enter this game well-rested after a four-day break. Their primary concern has been the opening partnership, which has failed to surpass a 22-run stand this season. So far in the WPL, there have been 11 instances of a player scoring 30+ runs and taking 3+ wickets in the same match. MI players account for six of those, including Amanjot Kaur in their most recent game. Yastika Bhatia’s recent scores of 11, 8, and 8 have further highlighted the issue. Could the team consider promoting G Kamalini to the top to inject some much-needed firepower?

Mumbai Indians Women vs UP Warriorz Women: Head-to-head

• Matches Played: 05
• Won by Mumbai Indians Women: 03
• Won by UP Warriorz Women: 02
• Tied: 00
• No Result: 00
• First-ever Fixture: 12 March, 2023
• Most-recent Fixture: 07 March, 2024

Mumbai Indians Women vs UP Warriorz Women: Pitch Report

The iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium has consistently witnessed high-scoring run chases, with teams batting second often coming out on top. The pitch remains a batting haven, leaving little doubt that both captains will opt to field first if given the chance.

Mumbai Indians Women vs UP Warriorz Women: Team News and Predicted XI

Mumbai Indians Women – Team News

MI are expected to stick with the same lineup unless they opt to promote Kamalini to the opening spot.

Mumbai Indians Women – Predicted XI

1. Hayley Matthews
2. Yastika Bhatia (wk)
3. Nat Sciver-Brunt
4. Harmanpreet Kaur (capt)
5. Amelia Kerr
6. S Sajana
7. G Kamalini
8. Amanjot Kaur
9. Sanskriti Gupta
10. Shabnim Ismail
11. Parunika Sisodia

UP Warriorz – Team News

With Vrinda Dinesh struggling at the top of the order, the Warriorz might consider bringing in Chamari Athapaththu.

However, this move could force Tahlia McGrath to make way. Alternatively, Poonam Khemnar could be given an opportunity in the middle order..

UP Warriorz – Predicted XI

1. Kiran Navgire
2. Vrinda Dinesh/ Chamari Athapaththu
3. Deepti Sharma (capt)
4. Tahlia McGrath/ Poonam Kemnar
5. Shweta Sehrawat
6. Grace Harris
7. Uma Chetry (wk)
8. Chinelle Henry
9. Sophie Ecclestone
10. Saima Thakor
11. Kranti Goud

Mumbai Indians Women vs UP Warriorz Women: Players To Watch Out For

Amanjot Kaur (Mumbai Indians Women)

Amanjot Kaur shone at the Chinnaswamy when MI took on RCB. She picked up 3 for 22 in three overs, claiming key wickets of Ellyse Perry and Richa Ghosh, before playing a vital knock of 34* in the chase to earn the Player-of-the-Match award.

After battling injuries over the past eight months, Amanjot is keen to use the WPL as a platform to stake her claim for an India comeback.

Sophie Ecclestone (UP Warriorz Women)

Sophie Ecclestone has once again demonstrated her value in a T20 lineup, showcasing her ability to score quick runs from the lower order. She has delivered similar performances for England and the Manchester Originals in the Women’s Hundred.

Should the Warriorz consider a bold move and promote her up the order?

Mumbai Indians Women vs UP Warriorz Women: Prediction

Scenario 1

• Toss: Mumbai Indians Women win the toss and bowl
• Powerplay Score: 40-50
• UP Warriorz Women Total: 150-175
• Match Result: Mumbai Indians Women win the match

Scenario 2

• Toss: UP Warriorz Women win the toss and bowl
• Powerplay Score: 50-60
• Mumbai Indians Women Total: 165-185
• Match Result: UP Warriorz Women win the match

When and Where To Watch Mumbai Indians Women vs UP Warriorz Women LIVE? Broadcast and Streaming Details

The Women’s Premier League 2025 clash between Mumbai Indians Women and UP Warriorz Women is set to begin at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday, February 26, at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network and will also be available for live streaming on JioHotstar for FREE.

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