The 11th match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 is set to ignite the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on February 26 at 7:30 PM IST. The defending champions, Mumbai Indians (MI), will lock horns with the UP Warriorz (UPW) in what promises to be a high-voltage encounter.
Mumbai Indians come into this contest with momentum on their side, having bounced back from an opening defeat against the Delhi Capitals (DC) with consecutive victories over the Gujarat Giants (GG) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Meanwhile, the Warriorz have had a roller-coaster start—after suffering back-to-back losses against GG and DC, they roared back with two successive wins, including a nail-biting super-over triumph against RCB.
Fantasy XI Picks:
Wicketkeeper –
Yastika Bhatia
Bhatia returns as a key figure behind the stumps for MI. After recovering from an injury, she made a cautious start with 11 off 9 balls against DC and added 16 runs in the following two matches. Across her WPL journey, she has racked up 445 runs in 21 games, with a top score of 57. On the international front, she has played 19 T20Is, scoring 214 runs with a personal best of 36. Her ability to hold the top-order together makes her a vital inclusion in this fantasy lineup.
Batters –
Kiran Navgire
Navgire has emerged as UPW’s go-to power-hitter, smashing a brilliant 51 off 27 balls against DC and following it up with a fiery 24 off just 12 deliveries against RCB. With 372 runs in 21 WPL matches and the highest score of 57, her explosive batting could be the key to the Warriorz’s success in this critical fixture.
Harmanpreet Kaur
MI captain Kaur continues to be a driving force for her team. She showcased her brilliance with a blazing 42 off 22 balls against DC, stumbled with just 4 runs against GG, but made a stunning comeback with a composed 50 off 38 deliveries against RCB. Across her 20 WPL games, Kaur has amassed 645 runs at a stellar average of 43 and an impressive strike rate of 140.21, including the highest score of 95*. Her occasional off-spin adds an extra edge to her fantasy value.
All-Rounders:
Deepti Sharma
Deepti remains the backbone of UP Warriorz, delivering impactful performances with both bat and ball. After a solid 39 off 27 in the season opener, she has contributed with wickets consistently, grabbing 1/27 and 1/25 in her next outings. Against RCB, she scored 25 and picked up 1/42, which included the crucial dismissal of Smriti Mandhana. Her overall WPL tally of 469 runs and 22 wickets makes her indispensable in this clash.
Amelia Kerr
Amelia has been MI’s consistent all-round performer, shining with both bat and ball. Her spells of 2/23 against DC and 2/22 against GG were crucial, and she also chipped in with 19 runs in one of those encounters. With 394 runs and 26 wickets in 22 matches, including best bowling figures of 4/17, Kerr brings balance and reliability to MI’s setup.
Nat Sciver-Brunt
Sciver-Brunt is arguably one of the most complete all-rounders in the league. She played a scintillating knock of 80 off 59 balls against DC, complemented by a bowling spell of 1/38. Continuing her form, she hammered 57 off 39 and claimed 2/26 against GG, followed by a quick-fire 42 off 21 balls and 1/40 versus RCB. Sciver-Brunt’s WPL record boasts 683 runs and 24 wickets from 21 matches, underlining her match-winning prowess.
Hayley Matthews
Hayley, the dynamic West Indies captain, has contributed primarily with the ball this season. She picked up 2/32 against DC and followed that up with a game-changing 3/16 spell against GG. Her WPL journey so far includes 483 runs and 29 wickets from 22 matches, making her a must-have player for this fantasy clash.
Grace Harris
Grace, despite struggling with the bat with scores of 4, 12, and 2, has made her mark with the ball. She stunned with a hat-trick against DC, ending with game-changing figures of 4/15 in 2.3 overs. While she only scored 8 runs and registered 0/11 against RCB, her overall WPL stats—444 runs and 11 wickets in 17 matches—make her a top fantasy pick.
Chinelle Henry
Chinelle, stepping up in place of the injured Alyssa Healy, has been a revelation. With an unbeaten 33 off 15 balls on debut and a blistering 62 from 23 in her next outing, she’s made an instant impact. She’s also contributed with the ball, taking 1/42 and 1/34 in consecutive matches. From just three matches, Henry has smashed 103 runs at a jaw-dropping strike rate of 234.09 while grabbing 2 wickets.
Bowlers:
Sophie Ecclestone
Sophie continues to shine as UP Warriorz’s premier spinner. The English ace has picked up 30 wickets across 21 WPL matches, boasting an average of 18.20. This season, she’s delivered consistent spells of 2/16, 1/31, and 0/28, alongside a match-winning 33 off 19 balls and defending 8 runs in a nerve-wracking super over.
Shabnim Ismail
Ismail, the veteran South African speedster, remains a constant threat with her pace and accuracy. Her spell of 1/18 against DC, including the crucial wicket of Meg Lanning, was pivotal, followed by tight spells of 1/17 and 1/36 against GG and RCB respectively. With 14 wickets from 13 WPL matches and best figures of 3/18, Ismail’s consistency makes her a valuable asset.
With both teams finding form at the right time, this showdown promises edge-of-the-seat action. MI’s well-rounded dominance will meet UPW’s explosive firepower in what could be a game for the ages.
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