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WPL Schedule 2024, Teams, format and Players List

WPL Schedule 2024

The Women’s Premier League’s second season, a women’s T20 cricket championship, is scheduled to kick off on February 23, as previously disclosed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on January 24. This prestigious event will commence on February 23 and conclude on March 17, featuring a total of 22 games – 20 regular season matches, one eliminator, and the championship match. All games are set to begin at 7:30 pm Indian Standard Time.

The M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru will host all games up until March 4, after which the venue will shift to the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi for the remaining fixtures. The opening game will see the Mumbai Indians, the reigning champions, go head-to-head with the previous year’s runner-up, the Delhi Capitals, in Bengaluru. Teams vying for the WOPL 2024 title include the Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and UP Warriorz.

WPL 2024 Full Schedule

This WPL 2024 Full Schedule provides a comprehensive overview of all matches, including their dates, matchups, and venues for the WPL 2024 season.

Date Match Venue
Feb 23 Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals Bengaluru
Feb 24 Royal Challengers Bangalore vs UP Warriors Bengaluru
Feb 25 Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians Bengaluru
Feb 26 UP Warriors vs Delhi Capitals Bengaluru
Feb 27 Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Giants Bengaluru
Feb 28 Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriors Bengaluru
Feb 29 Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Delhi Capitals Bengaluru
Mar 1 UP Warriors vs Gujarat Giants Bengaluru
Mar 2 Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians Bengaluru
Mar 3 Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals Bengaluru
Mar 4 UP Warriors vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Bengaluru
Mar 5 Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians Delhi
Mar 6 Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Delhi
Mar 7 UP Warriors vs Mumbai Indians Delhi
Mar 8 Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriors Delhi
Mar 9 Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants Delhi
Mar 10 Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Delhi
Mar 11 Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriors Delhi
Mar 12 Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Delhi
Mar 13 Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants Delhi
Mar 15 Eliminator Delhi
Mar 17 Final Delhi

WPL 2024, Teams And Squads

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 is set to showcase a spectacular array of talent with five dynamic teams ready to compete for the coveted title. The Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and UP Warriorz have meticulously assembled their squads, blending experienced international stars with promising domestic talent. Each team boasts a unique combination of all-rounders, batters, bowlers, and wicketkeepers, setting the stage for a fiercely competitive tournament. The diversity and strength of these squads promise to elevate women’s cricket to new heights, offering fans a thrilling display of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship. Let’s take a closer look at the players who will be making waves in this year’s edition of the WPL 2024.

WPL 2024, Delhi Capitals

Player Role
Alice Capsey All-rounder
Arundhati Reddy Bowler
Jemimah Rodrigues Batter
Jess Jonassen All-rounder
Laura Harris Batter
Marizanne Kapp All-rounder
Meg Lanning Batter
Minnu Mani All-rounder
Poonam Yadav Bowler
Radha Yadav Bowler
Shefali Verma Batter
Shikha Pandey Bowler
Sneha Deepthi Batter
Taniya Bhatia Wicketkeeper
Titas Sadhu Bowler
Annabel Sutherland All-rounder
Aparna Mondal Wicketkeeper
Ashwani Kumari Batter

WPL 2024, Gujarat Giants

Player Role
Ashleigh Gardner All-rounder
Beth Mooney Batter
Dayalan Hemalatha All-rounder
Harleen Deol All-rounder
Laura Wolvaardt Batter
Shabnam Shakil Bowler
Sneh Rana All-rounder
Tanuja Kanwar Bowler
Phoebe Litchfield Batter
Meghna Singh Bowler
Trisha Poojitha All-rounder
Kashvee Gautam Bowler
Priya Mishra Bowler
Lauren Cheatle Bowler
Kathryn Bryce All-rounder
Mannat Kashyap All-rounder
Veda Krishnamurthy Batter
Tarannum Pathan Bowler

WPL 2024, Mumbai Indians

Player Role
Amanjot Kaur All-rounder
Amelia Kerr All-rounder
Chloe Tryon All-rounder
Harmanpreet Kaur All-rounder
Hayley Matthews All-rounder
Humaira Kazi All-rounder
Issy Wong Bowler
Jintimani Kalita All-rounder
Nat Sciver-Brunt All-rounder
Pooja Vastrakar All-rounder
Priyanka Bala Wicketkeeper
Saika Ishaque Bowler
Yastika Bhatia Batter
Shabnim Ismail Bowler
S Sajana All-rounder
Amandeep Kaur All-rounder
Fatima Jaffer Bowler
Keerthana Balakrishnan Batter

WPL 2024, Royal Challengers Bangalore

Player Role
Asha Shobana All-rounder
Disha Kasat All-rounder
Ellyse Perry All-rounder
Heather Knight All-rounder
Indrani Roy Wicketkeeper
Kanika Ahuja All-rounder
Renuka Singh Bowler
Richa Ghosh Wicketkeeper
Shreyanka Patil All-rounder
Smriti Mandhana Batter
Sophie Devine All-rounder
Georgia Wareham Bowler
Kate Cross Bowler
Ekta Bisht Bowler
Shubha Satheesh All-rounder
S Meghana Batter
Simran Bahadur All-rounder
Sophie Molineux All-rounder

WPL 2024, UP Warriorz

Player Role
Alyssa Healy Wicketkeeper
Anjali Sarvani Bowler
Deepti Sharma All-rounder
Grace Harris All-rounder
Kiran Navgire Batter
Lauren Bell Bowler
Laxmi Yadav All-rounder
Parshavi Chopra Bowler
Rajeshwari Gayakwad Bowler
Soppadhandi Yashasri All-rounder
Shweta Sehrawat Batter
Sophie Ecclestone Bowler
Tahlia McGrath All-rounder
Danni Wyatt All-rounder
Vrinda Dinesh All-rounder
Poonam Khemnar All-rounder
Saima Thakor All-rounder
Gouher Sultana Bowler

FAQs

When does the WPL 2024 season start and end?

The WPL 2024 season starts on February 23 and concludes on March 17, featuring a total of 22 games including the regular season, one eliminator, and the final match.

Where will the WPL 2024 matches be played?

The matches will be held at two venues: M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru (until March 4) and Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi (for the remaining fixtures).

Which teams are competing in the WPL 2024?

The teams competing are Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and UP Warriorz.

Who are the defending champions of the WPL?

Mumbai Indians are the reigning champions, having won the previous season.

How many matches will each team play?

Each team will play a total of 8 matches in the league stage, followed by the possibility of participating in the eliminator and the final.

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, my role involves researching and creating informative and engaging content aimed at helping candidates prepare for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in delivering insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest current affairs trends and developments. My primary focus is on educational excellence, ensuring that our readers are well-prepared and informed to face their exams with confidence. Through meticulously crafted content, I aim to guide and support candidates in their journey toward success.

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