Archive · 7 Jan 2026
UP Warriorz Unveil Banarasi-Inspired Jersey for WPL 2026
The UP Warriorz, a team in the Women's Premier League (WPL), have revealed their new jersey for the 2026 season.
This jersey is special because it combines traditional Banarasi textile designs with modern sportswear.
The team worked with Ekaya Banaras, a famous designer, to create this unique look.
The jersey is called 'A Blooming Rebellion' and features floral patterns from Banarasi culture, which represent strength and tradition.
The team will wear this jersey in their matches, starting with their first game against the Gujarat Giants on January 10.
The WPL tournament begins on January 9.
The UP Warriorz have a new captain this year, Meg Lanning, who is a famous cricket player from Australia.
The jersey is designed to make the players feel proud of their heritage and to show the growing importance of women's cricket in India.
UP Warriorz unveiled their new jersey for the WPL 2026 season, inspired by Banarasi heritage and designed by Ekaya Banaras.
The jersey, named 'A Blooming Rebellion,' blends traditional Banarasi floral motifs with modern athletic design.
The design symbolizes strength, tradition, and the growth of women's cricket in India.
The team's first match is against Gujarat Giants on January 10 at DY Patil Stadium.
Meg Lanning has been appointed as the new captain of UP Warriorz for the upcoming season.
- Who
- UP Warriorz, Ekaya Banaras, Meg Lanning
- What
- Unveiling of a new Banarasi-inspired jersey for WPL 2026
- When
- January 9 (tournament start), January 10 (first match)
- Where
- DY Patil Stadium (first match), Mumbai (tournament start)
- Why
- To blend traditional Banarasi heritage with modern sports design, symbolizing the team's spirit and identity
- Team
- UP Warriorz
- Designer
- Ekaya Banaras
- Jersey Theme
- A Blooming Rebellion
- Inspiration
- Banarasi floral heritage and weaving
- First Match
- January 10 against Gujarat Giants
- Tournament Start
- January 9
- New Captain
- Meg Lanning