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The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026, the biggest league in women’s cricket, will be staged across two venues, Navi Mumbai and Vadodara. This season, Vadodara’s prestigious Baroda Cricket Association (BCA) Stadium at Kotambi will take centre stage during the second phase of the tournament. A total of 11 high-intensity matches, including the playoffs and the final, will be played at the venue. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced that online ticket sales for WPL 2026 will commence on Thursday, 26 December 2025, at 6 pm. Fans can book their tickets through the official WPL website, the WPL mobile app, and the District (District by Zomato) platform. Tournament opens in Navi Mumbai on 9 January WPL 2026 will begin on 9 January at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The opening match will feature defending champions Mumbai Indians against Royal Challengers Bangalore. A total of 11 matches will be played in Navi Mumbai before the tournament moves to Vadodara for the second leg. Vadodara matches begin on 19 January From 19 January, the action will shift to Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium. The first match at the venue will see Gujarat Giants take on Royal Challengers Bangalore. This will be followed by a high-profile clash between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians, a rematch of the 2025 WPL final, adding further excitement for fans. Final scheduled for 5 February The league stage of WPL 2026 will conclude on 1 February. The Eliminator will be played on 3 February, followed by the Grand Final on 5 February, both at Kotambi Stadium. With the decisive matches scheduled in Vadodara, the city will witness the most crucial phase of the tournament. Fans to witness top stars live Cricket enthusiasts will have the opportunity to watch some of the biggest stars in women’s cricket, including Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues. Local fans will also be eager to see Gujarat players such as Yastika Bhatia and Radha Yadav in action. For cricket lovers in Vadodara, hosting the playoffs and final offers a rare chance to experience the peak excitement of the Women’s Premier League live.