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The Women’s Premier League 2025 is finally here! The highly anticipated third season of the Women’s Premier League kicks off on February 14, 2025, with a thrilling match between Gujarat Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This year, five exciting teams will compete for the prestigious title. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the WPL 2025 schedule, key details, and what makes this season special.
WPL 2025: What’s New?
The Women’s Premier League is a game-changer in women’s cricket. After the resounding success of the first two seasons, WPL 2025 promises even more drama, excitement, and top-notch performances. The season will feature five teams:
- Gujarat Giants
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Mumbai Indians
- Delhi Capitals
- UP Warriorz
This year’s competition will see 22 matches, culminating in the grand final on March 15, 2025, at the iconic Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. The league promises to be a fantastic display of skill, power, and passion, with an action-packed month ahead.
Opening Match: Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
The season opener is set to be an exciting clash between the Gujarat Giants and the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The match will be held in Vadodara, where the Giants will enjoy the home advantage. This thrilling match promises to set the tone for what’s to come throughout the season.
Teams and Key Players
The 2025 season will showcase some of the world’s best female cricketers. The Mumbai Indians, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, were the winners of the inaugural season, while the Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured victory in the second season under the captaincy of Smriti Mandhana. Other teams like Delhi Capitals, UP Warriorz, and Gujarat Giants also bring a star-studded lineup with top international players, making this season even more competitive.
BCCI Revenue Sharing Model
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced a lucrative revenue-sharing model, which is expected to benefit the franchise owners significantly. In the first five years, the franchises will receive 80% of the competition’s profits. This percentage will decrease over time, with 60% in the next five seasons and 50% from Season 11 to 15. Additionally, 80% of the revenue from central licensing rights will also be shared with the franchises. Teams can earn even more through merchandise sales, ticket sales, and advertisements.
Notable WPL Records
The Women’s Premier League has already witnessed some remarkable feats:
- Meg Lanning (DC) holds the record for most runs with 676.
- Sophie Devine (RCB) has the highest individual score of 99 against Gujarat Giants.
- The highest partnership is 162 runs between Shafali Verma and Meg Lanning (DC).
- Sophie Ecclestone (UPW) leads in most wickets with 27.
- The best bowling performance belongs to Ellyse Perry (RCB) with figures of 6/15 against Mumbai Indians.
- Richa Ghosh (RCB) has the most wicketkeeper dismissals (22), while Radha Yadav (DC) holds the record for the most catches (12).
- Delhi Capitals set the highest total with 223/2, while Gujarat Giants recorded the lowest score of 64.
Full WPL 2025 Schedule
The action will unfold across multiple cities and stadiums, with matches scheduled at Vadodara, Bengaluru, Lucknow, and Mumbai. Here’s a quick look at the full schedule for the Women’s Premier League 2025:
February 2025
- 14/02/2025: Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Vadodara
- 15/02/2025: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals – Vadodara
- 16/02/2025: Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz – Vadodara
- 17/02/2025: Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Vadodara
- 18/02/2025: Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians – Vadodara
- 19/02/2025: UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals – Vadodara
- 21/02/2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Mumbai Indians – Bengaluru
- 22/02/2025: Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz – Bengaluru
- 24/02/2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs UP Warriorz – Bengaluru
- 25/02/2025: Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants – Bengaluru
- 26/02/2025: Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz – Bengaluru
- 27/02/2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Giants – Bengaluru
- 28/02/2025: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians – Bengaluru
March 2025
- 01/03/2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals – Bengaluru
- 03/03/2025: UP Warriorz vs Gujarat Giants – Lucknow
- 06/03/2025: UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians – Lucknow
- 07/03/2025: Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals – Lucknow
- 08/03/2025: UP Warriorz vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Lucknow
- 10/03/2025: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants – Mumbai
- 11/03/2025: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Mumbai
- 13/03/2025: Eliminator – Mumbai
- 15/03/2025: Final – Mumbai
Key Takeaways
- WPL 2025 kicks off on February 14 with an exciting match between Gujarat Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
- Five teams will battle it out for the title, including Gujarat Giants, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, and UP Warriorz.
- The BCCI revenue-sharing model ensures substantial financial incentives for franchises.
- The final match will be held at Brabourne Stadium on March 15, 2025.
With an outstanding lineup of teams and players, the Women’s Premier League 2025 is poised to deliver unforgettable moments. Whether you’re a long-time fan of women’s cricket or just tuning in, this season promises to be one for the history books. Stay tuned for all the action, and don’t miss out on the thrilling battles throughout the season!
