Mussoorie Queens and Dehradun Warriors Set for UPL 2026 Final Showdown
Finalists of the Women's Competition at UPL 2026
Mussoorie Queens and Dehradun Warriors have both clinched spots in the final of the women's tournament at the Uttarakhand Premier League (UPL) 2026, as per a recent announcement. Mussoorie Queens dominated the league stage, finishing first with an impeccable record, winning all their matches. Meanwhile, Dehradun Warriors secured the second position with two victories out of three games.
Upcoming Final Match
The two teams are set to clash in the final of the third edition of UPL 2026 on Thursday. Both teams showcased their skills with impressive wins on Wednesday.
Path to the Final: Wednesday's Matches
Dehradun Warriors Triumph Over Bageshwar Aerial
In the opening match, Dehradun Warriors won the toss and chose to bowl first against Bageshwar Aerial. The latter struggled to gain momentum, finishing their innings at 98 runs for 9 wickets in 20 overs. Chasing a target of 99, Dehradun Warriors maintained their composure despite losing wickets intermittently. Neelam Bharadwaj played a pivotal role, scoring 48 runs off 39 balls, leading her team to victory. They reached 99 runs for 6 wickets in just 18.1 overs, winning by four wickets.
Bharadwaj's outstanding performance earned her the Player of the Match title.
Mussoorie Queens Overcome Pithoragarh Hurricanes
In the second match, Mussoorie Queens opted to bat first after winning the toss against Pithoragarh Hurricanes. They set a target of 89 runs by scoring 88 runs for 9 wickets in their 20 overs. Pithoragarh Hurricanes struggled against the Mussoorie bowling attack, managing only 65 runs for 9 wickets in their innings.
Consequently, Mussoorie Queens secured a 23-run victory, showcasing a disciplined bowling effort.
