Written By: Alex Maathai
Published: January 13, 2026

The WPL 2026 points table remains a top attraction in the Women’s Premier League, where fans keenly follow team performances across the tournament. It captures results from wins (2 points), losses (0 points), ties or no results (1 point each), and abandoned games, with Net Run Rate (NRR) serving as the key tiebreaker for playoff spots when points are tied.​

The WPL 2026 points table updates in real-time following each match, enabling fans to track evolving team rankings and momentum. This article provides the latest standings, playoff qualification criteria, recent match outcomes, squad performances, and essential insights into the season’s key positions.

Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Points Table

Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Points Table
Source: The Indian Express

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 points table displays official rankings for all five competing teams, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Giants, and UP Warriorz, as the season unfolds.

PositionTeamMatchWonLostNRPointsNRR
1Royal Challengers Bangalore Women22004+1.964
2Gujarat Giants Women22004+0.350
3Mumbai Indians Women21102+1.175
4Delhi Capitals Women20200-1.350
5UP Warriorz Women20200-2.443

WPL Playoff Qualification Rules

Teams in WPL 2026 grab playoff spots based on where they finish in the points table at the end of the league stage. The top three make it through—the team in first takes on second in Qualifier 1, and third plays the loser of that in the Eliminator. It’s all set up to keep things fair and give credit to teams that stay strong all season long

Key Rules

  • The top 3 teams with the most points advance to the playoffs.​
  • Ties on points get settled first by Net Run Rate (NRR).​
  • Playoffs use a Qualifier-Eliminator setup:
  • 1st vs 2nd in Qualifier 1; winner goes straight to final.
  • 3rd plays Qualifier 1 loser in Eliminator; winner advances to Qualifier 2 against the other loser for the final spot.

WPL 2025 Team Performance Summary

Team2025 Performance Summary
Mumbai Indians WomenWon the championship, becoming the first team to claim two WPL titles.
Delhi Capitals WomenFinished top or close in the league stage; reached the final but lost in a close eight-run thriller to Mumbai.
Gujarat GiantsMade the playoffs, finished among the top teams after the league stage.
Royal Challengers Bangalore WomenFell short of the playoffs, had an inconsistent season, and struggled to secure key wins when needed.
UP WarriorzStruggled throughout the season, ended with minimal wins, and were eliminated before playoff contention.

WPL 2025 Season Highlights

Mumbai Indians won their second title, defeating Delhi Capitals by 8 runs in a thrilling final at Brabourne Stadium, with Harmanpreet Kaur’s 66 off 44 and Nat Sciver-Brunt’s 3/30 proving decisive. Delhi Capitals topped with 10 points (5 wins in 8), followed by Mumbai Indians (10 points, +0.192 NRR), Gujarat Giants (8 points), RCB (6 points), and UP Warriorz (6 points). DC advanced directly to the final as league leaders; MI beat Gujarat Giants in the Eliminator before edging DC in the summit clash. RCB defended their 2024 crown but missed the playoffs after an inconsistent run.

Conclusion: See Who’s Leading the WPL 2026 Points Table

The WPL 2026 points table keeps fans hooked by tracking every team’s journey through the season. It breaks down wins, losses, ties, points earned, and Net Run Rate (NRR) to spotlight playoff contenders and struggling sides.

Regular updates after each match reveal shifting rankings in real time. Fans who check it often get the full picture on who’s surging ahead and who needs a turnaround to stay in the hunt.

About the Author

Alex Maathai is a Cape Town-based cricket analyst and former club-level player. With deep knowledge of domestic structures and Proteas history, he provides context-rich insights that connect today’s matches to South Africa’s cricket legacy.

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