Archive · 12 Jan 2026
RCB vs UPW in WPL 2026
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and UP Warriorz (UPW) are playing against each other in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026.
RCB won their first match and wants to keep winning.
UP Warriorz lost their first match and wants to win this time.
The match is happening on January 12, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST in Navi Mumbai.
Both teams have strong players and want to do well in the tournament.
RCB has Smriti Mandhana as their captain, and UP Warriorz has Meg Lanning as their captain.
The match is important for both teams to get points and stay in the top positions.
RCB is coming off a strong victory in their tournament opener against Mumbai Indians.
UP Warriorz suffered a narrow defeat in their first match against Gujarat Giants.
The match is scheduled for January 12, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.
RCB aims to maintain their winning momentum and reach the No. 1 position in the points table.
UP Warriorz is keen to bounce back with a win and secure their first points of the season.
- Who
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and UP Warriorz (UPW)
- What
- Match 5 of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026
- When
- January 12, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST
- Where
- Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
- Why
- Both teams are aiming to secure points and gain momentum in the tournament.
RCB
UP Warriorz
Momentum
RCB
RCB is coming off a strong victory in the tournament opener and aims to maintain momentum.
UP Warriorz
UP Warriorz suffered a narrow defeat in their opener and are keen to bounce back with a win.
Team Performance
RCB
RCB displayed brilliance with bat and ball in their opening match.
UP Warriorz
UP Warriorz showed intent and are expected to be lethal following their loss.
Impact of Win
RCB
A win for RCB would help them reach the No. 1 position in the points table.
UP Warriorz
A win for UP Warriorz would be crucial for their campaign and turn things around.
- Match Number
- 5
- Date
- January 12, 2026
- Venue
- Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
- Start Time
- 7:30 PM IST
- RCB Captain
- Smriti Mandhana
- UP Warriorz Captain
- Meg Lanning
- RCB's Previous Match Result
- Win against Mumbai Indians
- UP Warriorz's Previous Match Result
- Loss against Gujarat Giants
Sources
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WPL 2026, RCB W Vs UP W: Royal Challengers seek winning momentum as UP Warriorz hunt first victory
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WPL: Grace, Nadine shine as RCB crush UP Warriorz by nine wickets
