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MIW vs RCBW WPL 2026: Head-to-head, pitch & weather report, predicted XIs and streaming info

January 9, 2026

The Women's Premier League 2026 kicked off with a match between defending champions Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, held at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. RCB captain Smriti Mandhana won the toss and elected to bowl first, citing dew conditions as a factor in her decision.

MIW vs RCBW WPL 2026: Head-to-head, pitch & weather report, predicted XIs and streaming info

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Key Highlights

Mumbai Indians are the defending champions of the Women's Premier League.
The opening match took place on January 9, 2026, in Navi Mumbai.
RCB won the toss and chose to bowl first against Mumbai Indians.
Harmanpreet Kaur is captain of Mumbai Indians.
Smriti Mandhana leads the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

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MIW vs RCBW WPL 2026: Head-to-head, pitch & weather report, predicted XIs and streaming info

Key Highlights

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