Mumbai Indians Women have had a mixed bag of results this Women’s Premier League (WPL), currently sitting in the middle of the table with 2 wins and 4 losses. While their star-studded batting lineup featuring Kaur and Sciver-Brunt has consistently put up competitive totals, the team has struggled to defend scores in close finishes, as seen in their recent string of three consecutive losses. However, with a positive Net Run Rate (NRR) of 0.046, they remain a dangerous side that is only one or two clinical bowling performances away from reclaiming their spot in the knockouts.
Players to watch out:
Nicola Carey
Nicola Carey has emerged as a vital glue for Mumbai Indians, showcasing her reliability as a true all-rounder in the 2026 season. Across 6 matches, she has contributed a steady 149 runs with the bat, maintaining a healthy strike rate of 141.90 that keeps the scoreboard ticking in the middle overs. Her value is doubled by her efficiency with the ball, where she has claimed 7 wickets at an economy of 8.90. Carey’s ability to remain composed under pressure and provide breakthroughs, such as her best bowling figures of 3/37, makes her an indispensable asset. She effectively balances the team’s transition between the top order and the bowling attack.
Harmanpreet Kaur
Mumbai Indians skipper, Harmanpreet Kaur, continues to be the powerhouse of the batting lineup, currently sitting as the second-highest run-getter for her side with 240 runs in 6 innings. Her incredible average of 60.00 is a testament to her consistency, bolstered by two unbeaten knocks and a high score of 74*. Striking at 143.71, she has a knack for finding the boundary at will, having already smashed 26 fours and 8 sixes this season. Harmanpreet’s presence at the crease provides a sense of security to the Mumbai dugout, as she possesses the unique ability to accelerate the scoring rate and anchor the innings simultaneously.
Nat Sciver-Brunt
Nat Sciver-Brunt remains one of the most dangerous middle-order batters in the world, proving her worth with 219 runs in just 5 innings this year. She boasts a remarkable average of 54.75 and has already notched up three half-centuries, the most by any player in the top tier of the run charts. Her strike rate of 146.97 ensures that Mumbai never loses momentum, and her 32 boundaries highlight her aggressive intent from the first ball. As a player who thrives in high-stakes situations, her batting form is often the barometer for Mumbai’s overall success in the tournament.
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