Women's Premier League Matches May Be Held Without Spectators Due to Local Elections

The Women's Premier League (WPL) is facing potential spectator restrictions for matches scheduled on January 15 due to local elections in Navi Mumbai. Law enforcement has indicated that adequate security for the cricket events cannot be guaranteed on that day. This uncertainty extends to matches on January 14 and 16, with tickets currently unavailable for these games. The Mumbai Indians, the defending champions, are set to compete against the UP Warriors, while the Gujarat Giants currently lead the standings. Read on to learn more about the implications for the league and the upcoming matches.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 12, 2026, 18:52 IST

Potential Spectator Ban for WPL Matches

The upcoming Women's Premier League (WPL) matches scheduled for January 15 at the D.Y. Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai may take place without any audience due to the local municipal elections. According to reports, law enforcement has informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) that it will not be feasible to ensure adequate security for cricket events on the same day as the elections.

On January 15, the reigning champions, Mumbai Indians, are set to face off against the UP Warriors.

Uncertainty Surrounds Additional Matches

It remains unclear whether the matches on January 14 and 16 will also be played without fans. Tickets for the matches on January 14, 15, and 16 are currently unavailable on the official WPL online ticketing platform, indicating that the following games may be affected: Delhi Capitals vs. UP Warriors on January 14, Mumbai Indians vs. UP Warriors on January 15, and Gujarat Giants vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore on January 16.

Upcoming Matches and Current Standings

These matches will occur at the D.Y. Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. Tickets for two matches on January 17 (MI vs. UPW and DC vs. RCB) are currently on sale. Following these games, the league will move to Vadodara for the remainder of the season. The inaugural match of the WPL on Friday saw nearly full stadiums, and the weekend matches also attracted significant crowds. Presently, the Gujarat Giants lead the WPL standings with two victories, while the Mumbai Indians, the defending champions, are in second place.