Mumbai Indians Women lifted the inaugural WPL title in 2023, chasing 132 against Delhi Capitals and winning by seven wickets at the Brabourne Stadium.Royal Challengers Bangalore Women followed in 2024, clinching their maiden WPL crown with an emphatic 8-wicket victory, the most dominant final margin so far.
In the 2025 WPL final at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai Indians Women defeated Delhi Capitals Women by 8 runs in a thrilling contest. Harmanpreet Kaur scored a crucial 66, while Nat Sciver‑Brunt contributed with both bat and ball. MI’s disciplined bowling, particularly in the death overs, restricted Delhi’s chase, securing their second WPL title in three seasons.
Cricket fans are looking forward to the 2026 WPL season, starting January 9. With expectations for competitive matches, emerging stars, and thrilling finales, this edition promises excitement and memorable moments in women’s franchise cricket in India. In this article, we offer a detailed overview of the WPL winners.
WPL Winners List (2023–2025): Season-wise Champions
The WPL Winners List highlights the champions from the league’s first three seasons, showcasing how closely contested finals have defined the tournament.
| Season | Winner Team | Runner‑up | Won By | Final Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Mumbai Indians Women | Delhi Capitals Women | 7 wickets | Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai |
| 2024 | Royal Challengers Bangalore Women | Delhi Capitals Women | 8 wickets | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 2025 | Mumbai Indians Women | Delhi Capitals Women | 8 runs | Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai |
Across these three seasons, two different champions have emerged, underlining the league’s competitiveness, balanced squads, and rising performance standards in women’s franchise cricket.
1. 2023 WPL – Mumbai Indians
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Net Run Rate (NRR) | Top Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 8 | 6 | 2 | +1.711 | Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amelia Kerr |
Mumbai Indians won the inaugural WPL 2023 title, beating Delhi Capitals by 7 wickets chasing 132 in the final at Brabourne Stadium. Nat Sciver-Brunt starred with 60* (55b, 6×4) and took wickets for Player of the Match, while Hayley Matthews claimed Purple Cap with 16 wickets that season
During the league stage, MI achieved six victories in 8 matches, accumulating 12 points and boasting an impressive Net Run Rate (NRR) of +1.711. Their steady performance secured a solid position heading into the playoffs, setting the foundation for their eventual success. In the final at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai, MI faced Delhi Capitals (DC), who set a target of 132 runs. Nat Sciver-Brunt led MI’s pursuit, scoring 60 runs off 55 balls and guiding the team to a 7-wicket win with three balls remaining, securing the inaugural WPL title.
2. 2024 WPL – Royal Challengers Bangalore
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Net Run Rate (NRR) | Top Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 8 | 4 | 4 | +0.306 | Sophie Molineux (RCB), Shafali Verma (DC), Ellyse Perry (RCB) |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women ended their trophy drought by winning the WPL 2024 title, defeating Delhi Capitals by 8 wickets while chasing 114 at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Ellyse Perry claimed Orange Cap with 347 runs (9 inns, avg 69.40), and Shreyanka Patil took Purple Cap with 13 wickets, including 4/20 in the final.
DC began impressively, achieving 64 runs without losing a wicket during the powerplay. However, the tide turned during a crucial over from Sophie Molineux, in which she took three wickets, including the vital dismissals of Jemimah Rodrigues and Alice Capsey. DC was bowled out for a total of 113 runs in 18.3 overs, with Shafali Verma leading the score with 44 runs.
RCB’s chase was consistent; openers Sophie Devine and Smriti Mandhana provided a strong start, and additional runs from Ellyse Perry and Richa Ghosh secured the win, reaching 115/2 in 19.3 overs.Molineux’s exceptional performance all around earned her the Player of the Match title.
3. 2025 WPL – Mumbai Indians
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Net Run Rate (NRR) | Top Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 8 | 5 | 3 | +0.192 | Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur, Amelia Kerr |
Mumbai Indians defended their WPL title in 2025, beating Delhi Capitals by 8 runs (149/7 vs 141/9) in the Brabourne final. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur earned Player of the Match with 66 (44b, 9×4, 2×6), Nat Sciver-Brunt took 3/30 to defend 14 in the last over (Orange Cap winner), and Amelia Kerr claimed Purple Cap with 2/25.
Harmanpreet Kaur, the captain, showcased her skills by scoring an impressive 72 runs off 45 balls, serving as the backbone of the innings. Nat Sciver-Brunt excelled with both bat and ball, hitting 54 off 32 deliveries and taking two wickets for 24 runs. Amelia Kerr contributed with a score of 38 not out off 21 balls and picked up 3 wickets for 19 runs. The final match was highly competitive. MI established a target of 150 runs by posting a score of 149/7 in their 20 overs. In reply, DC finished with 141/9, falling short by 8 runs. The standout performances of MI’s players were crucial in clinching the win.
WPL Finals: Player of the Match Highlights (2023–2025)
This table highlights the top individual performances in WPL finals from 2023 to 2025, showcasing how key players influenced championship outcomes.
| Season | Final Teams | Player of the Match | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Mumbai Indians Women vs Delhi Capitals Women | Nat Sciver‑Brunt (MI) | 60* off 55 balls |
| 2024 | Royal Challengers Bangalore Women vs Delhi Capitals Women | Sophie Molineux (RCB) | 3 wickets for 20 runs |
| 2025 | Delhi Capitals Women vs Mumbai Indians Women | Harmanpreet Kaur (MI) | 66 off 44 balls |
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Conclusion – Mumbai Indians Women Are The Most Successful WPL Team!
Mumbai Indians Women are the most successful team in WPL history, having won two titles (2023 and 2025) out of the first three seasons. Royal Challengers Bangalore Women won the 2024 title, making MI the only team with more than one championship so far. At the same time, the Delhi Capitals Women have remained strong contenders with regular final appearances.
As the league grows, team dominance is still evolving, making future WPL seasons highly competitive and unpredictable for fans. With the WPL held annually, fans can expect tighter contests and new milestones, starting with the 2026 season on January 9.
FAQs
Mumbai Indians Women won the inaugural Women’s Premier League title in 2023.
Mumbai Indians Women are the most successful team, with two titles (2023 and 2025).
Royal Challengers Bangalore Women won the WPL 2024 title.
Three seasons have been completed from 2023 to 2025.
No team has won consecutive WPL championships so far
