Written By: Alex Maathai
Published: October 19, 2026

Mumbai Indians Women won the inaugural WPL title in 2023, beating Delhi Capitals by seven wickets at Brabourne Stadium. Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women followed in 2024 with an eight-wicket win, claiming their maiden crown.

Mumbai Indians reclaimed the trophy in 2025, defeating Delhi by 8 runs.

In 2026, RCB won their second title, chasing down a record 204 to beat Delhi Capitals by six wickets in Vadodara. With two titles each, MI and RCB lead the list, while Delhi Capitals are still chasing their first. This article gives a detailed overview of all WPL winners.

WPL Winners List (2023–2026): 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.  

SeasonWinner TeamRunner-upWon ByFinal Venue
2023Mumbai Indians WomenDelhi Capitals Women7 wicketsBrabourne Stadium, Mumbai
2024Royal Challengers Bengaluru WomenDelhi Capitals Women8 wicketsArun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
2025Mumbai Indians WomenDelhi Capitals Women8 runsBrabourne Stadium, Mumbai
2026Royal Challengers Bengaluru WomenDelhi Capitals Women6 wicketsBaroda Cricket Association Stadium, Vadodara
WPL Winners List (2023–2025): Season-wise Champions
Source: Scroll

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

TeamMatches PlayedWinsLossesNet Run Rate (NRR)Top Performers
Mumbai Indians862+1.711Hayley 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

TeamMatches PlayedWinsLossesNet Run Rate (NRR)Top Performers
Royal Challengers Bangalore844+0.306Sophie 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.

2024 WPL - Royal Challengers Bangalore
Source: Scroll

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

TeamMatches PlayedWinsLossesNet Run Rate (NRR)Top Performers
Mumbai Indians853+0.192Nat 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.

2025 WPL - Mumbai Indians
Source: IPL

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.

4. 2026 WPL – Royal Challengers Bengaluru

TeamMatches PlayedWinsLossesNet Run Rate (NRR)Top Performers
Royal Challengers Bengaluru862+1.247Smriti Mandhana, Georgia Voll, Radha Yadav

Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their second WPL title in 2026, beating Delhi Capitals by 6 wickets in the final at the Baroda Cricket Association Stadium in Vadodara on 5 February. Chasing 204, the highest successful chase in a WPL final, RCB reached 204/4 in 19.4 overs. Captain Smriti Mandhana was Player of the Match and also finished the season with the Orange Cap (377 runs), while Sophie Devine of Gujarat Giants took the Purple Cap with 17 wickets.

2026 WPL – Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Source: The Indian Express

RCB topped the league table with 6 wins from 8 matches and a net run rate of +1.247, which earned them a direct place in the final. Delhi Capitals went through the Eliminator, beating Gujarat Giants to reach their fourth straight final. Batting first, Delhi posted 203/4, with Jemimah Rodrigues scoring 57 off 37 balls and Chinelle Henry hitting a late 35 off 15.

RCB lost Grace Harris early, but Mandhana and Georgia Voll then added 165 off 92 balls, the highest partnership for any wicket in WPL history. Voll made 79 before falling, and Mandhana scored 87 to anchor the chase. Radha Yadav finished the job in the final over, and Delhi were left runners-up for the fourth time in four finals.

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.

SeasonFinal TeamsPlayer of the MatchPerformance
2023Mumbai Indians Women vs Delhi Capitals WomenNat Sciver‑Brunt (MI)60* off 55 balls
2024Royal Challengers Bangalore Women vs Delhi Capitals WomenSophie Molineux (RCB)3 wickets for 20 runs
2025Delhi Capitals Women vs Mumbai Indians WomenHarmanpreet 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

Who won the first WPL title?

Mumbai Indians Women won the inaugural Women’s Premier League title in 2023.

Which team has won the most WPL titles?

Mumbai Indians Women are the most successful team, with two titles (2023 and 2025).

Who won the WPL 2024 championship?

Royal Challengers Bangalore Women won the WPL 2024 title.

How many WPL seasons have been played so far?

Three seasons have been completed from 2023 to 2025.

Has any team won back-to-back WPL titles?

No team has won consecutive WPL championships so far

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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