MI-W vs UP-W Fantasy Cricket Picks
Mumbai Indians Women (MI-W) face UP Warriorz Women (UP-W) in the 8th match of WPL 2026 at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai, with MI-W favored to win due to their strong form and head-to-head dominance. MI-W, the defending champions, seek a third straight win after losses and victories in their first three games, while winless UP-W desperately need their first points.
Match Preview
MI-W sit second on the points table with two wins from three matches, boosted by Harmanpreet Kaur’s leading 165 runs and a successful chase of 193 against Gujarat Giants. UP-W languish at the bottom after losses, including a 9-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru and struggles against Delhi Capitals, with batting order issues and poor bowling displays. Head-to-head, MI-W lead 5-2 in 7 T20s.
Match Details
| Aspect | Details |
|——–|———|
| Date & Time | Thursday, January 15, 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar; TV – Star Sports Network / JioStar Network |
| Weather | Clear, humid, 19-25°C, no rain |
Pitch Report
The pitch at DY Patil is balanced, aiding seamers early with movement, then favoring set batters on a fast outfield; spinners effective in middle overs. Expect a competitive total of 170-180; batters dominate later, punishing loose balls.
Playing XI
MI-W Probable XI (strong overseas options like Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr, Shabnim Ismail, Nicola Carey; Nat Sciver-Brunt returns from illness): Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amanjot Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Sajeevan Sajana, Nicola Carey, Shabnim Ismail, plus locals like Sanskriti Gupta, Nalla Reddy, Triveni.
UP-W Probable XI (recent change: Chloe Tryon for Deandra Dottin): Kiran Navgire, Meg Lanning (capt), Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Shweta Sehrawat (wk), Chloe Tryon, Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud.
Key Players & Fantasy Picks
Prioritize MI-W players for their form and matchup edges.
Top Batter Picks
– Harmanpreet Kaur (MI-W, Captain choice): Leading WPL 2026 scorer (165 runs in 3 inns), dominates spinners like Deepti Sharma.
– Hayley Matthews (MI-W): Big-hitting returnee, strong vs Deepti (55 off 34 balls, undismissed).
– Nat Sciver-Brunt (MI-W): 61 off 39 vs Deepti, undismissed.
– Meg Lanning (UP-W): Fluent 50 vs DC, but team struggles.
Top Bowler Picks
– Amelia Kerr (MI-W, VC choice): 6 wickets in 3 inns at 12.83 avg, match-defining spells.
– Shabnim Ismail (MI-W): Consistent in all 3 games.
– Deepti Sharma (UP-W): Resilient batter (45 recently), 2/26 vs DC; used late but impactful.
– Sophie Ecclestone (UP-W): Dismissing threat to Matthews (3 times in WPL).
All-Rounder Picks
– Nicola Carey (MI-W): Impressed with bat/ball.
– Chloe Tryon (UP-W): Recent inclusion for balance.
Captain / Vice-Captain Choices
– Captain: Harmanpreet Kaur – In sublime form, anchors MI-W chases.
– Vice-Captain: Amelia Kerr – Wicket-taking machine on balanced pitch.
– Differentials: Hayley Matthews (explosive), Deepti Sharma (dual role).
Suggested Fantasy Team (Grand League Focus)
– Batters: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Meg Lanning
– All-Rounders: Amelia Kerr (VC), Nicola Carey, Deepti Sharma
– Bowlers: Shabnim Ismail, Sophie Ecclestone, Shikha Pandey
– Wicketkeeper: Shweta Sehrawat
(Adjust for small league: Prioritize MI-W core; credits-based on platform. Aim 6 MI-W, 5 UP-W for balance.)
Match Prediction
MI-W to win convincingly; they’re favorites with momentum, dominant H2H (5-2), and depth vs struggling UP-W. UP-W need batting fixes but face tough opposition on a 170-180 pitch.
FAQs
– Who holds the edge? MI-W, due to form and history.
– Best captain pick? Harmanpreet Kaur for consistency.
– Pitch favors who? Batters post-powerplay; chase preferred.
– Live scores? JioHotstar / Star Sports.
Disclaimer: Fantasy picks are based on form, stats, and previews; actual outcomes depend on toss, conditions, and performances. Play responsibly; cricket is unpredictable.
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