Written by: Ankit Yadav
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The Women’s Premier League (WPL) has continued to grow in stature since its launch in 2023, consistently delivering high-quality cricket and closely fought matches. In a short span, the tournament has established itself as a major platform for women’s cricket, with teams showing strong competition each season.

Mumbai Indians (MI) set the early benchmark by winning the inaugural title in 2023 and adding a second championship in 2025, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) lifted the trophy in 2024. Most recently, RCB emerged as the champions of WPL 2026, further strengthening their presence among the league’s most successful teams.

In this blog, we’ll explore the full list of WPL winners and standout moments from each season.

List Of WPL Winners From 2023 To 2026

In the table below I’ve shared a complete list of WPL winners including year, winner team, and venue as well.

YearWinnerWon ByRunner UpVenue
2023Mumbai Indians7 wicketsDelhi CapitalsBrabourne Stadium, Mumbai
2024Royal Challengers Bangalore8 wicketsDelhi CapitalsArun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
2025Mumbai Indians8 runsDelhi CapitalsBrabourne Stadium, Mumbai
2026Royal Challengers Bangalore6 wicketsDelhi CapitalsBCA Stadium, Kotambi

Now that you know all the winning teams of all the WPL seasons lets’s see each match in detail:

1. Mumbai Indians – 2023 

TeamMumbai Indians
Matches played8
Wins6
Losses2
NRR+1.711

In the inaugural Women’s Premier League (WPL) season of 2023, the Mumbai Indians (MI) made it to the finals and won the match by 7 wickets. 

Throughout the league stage, MI secured 6 wins out of 8 matches, with 12 points with an impressive Net Run Rate (NRR) of +1.711. Their consistent form ensured a strong position leading into the playoffs, setting the stage for their ultimate triumph.

Top Performers for the team: 

  • Hayley Matthews
  • Nat Sciver-Brunt
  • Amelia Kerr

In the final held at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai, MI faced Delhi Capitals (DC). DC set a target of 132 runs. 

MI’s chase was anchored by Nat Sciver-Brunt’s 60 off 55 balls, leading them to a 7-wicket victory with three balls to spare, clinching the inaugural WPL title.

Mumbai Indians In The List Of WPL Winners List
Source: The Economic Times

2. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 2024 

TeamRoyal Challengers Bangalore 
Matches played8
Wins4
Losses4
NRR+0.306

​In the second edition of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) final on March 17, 2024, at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) clinched the title by defeating the Delhi Capitals (DC) by 8 wickets. 

DC started strong, reaching 64 runs without loss during the powerplay. However, the momentum shifted to Sophie Molineux’s pivotal over, where she claimed three wickets, including key players Jemimah Rodrigues and Alice Capsey.

Top Performers:

  1. Sophie Molineux (RCB)
  2. Shafali Verma (DC)
  3. Ellyse Perry (RCB)

DC were bowled out for 113 runs in 18.3 overs, with Shafali Verma top-scoring with 44 runs. 

RCB’s chase was steady; openers Sophie Devine and Smriti Mandhana laid a solid foundation, and contributions from Ellyse Perry and Richa Ghosh ensured victory, reaching 115/2 in 19.3 overs. 

Molineux’s all-round performance earned her the Player of the Match award.

RCB
Source: India Today

3. Mumbai Indians –  2025 

TeamMumbai Indians
Matches played8
Wins5
Losses3
NRR+0.192

In the 2025 Women’s Premier League (WPL) Final, Mumbai Indians (MI) clinched their second title by defeating Delhi Capitals (DC) by 8 runs. The match took place on March 15, 2025, at the Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai.

Harmanpreet Kaur, the skipper, led from the front with a fiery 72 off 45 balls, anchoring the innings. Nat Sciver-Brunt was brilliant with both bat and ball, smashing 54 off 32 balls and picking up 2 wickets for 24 runs. Amelia Kerr scored 38* off 21 balls and grabbed 3 wickets for 19 runs.

Top Performers:

  • Nat Sciver-Brunt
  • Harmanpreet Kaur
  • Amelia Kerr

The final was a closely contested match. MI set a target of 150 runs, scoring 149/7 in their 20 overs. In response, DC managed 141/9, falling short by 8 runs. Key performances from MI’s players were instrumental in securing the victory.

Mumbai Indians 2025
Source: ETV Bharat 

4. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 2026

TeamRoyal Challengers Bangalore
Matches played8
Wins5
Losses3
NRR+1.128

In the WPL 2026 final on 5 February 2026 at Vadodara, Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCB) clinched their second Women’s Premier League title by defeating Delhi Capitals Women (DC) by 6 wickets in a thrilling match.

DC posted a massive 203/4, the highest total in a WPL final, powered by Jemimah Rodrigues’ 57 and Laura Wolvaardt’s 44, before RCB chased it down with 204/4 in 19.4 overs the highest successful run chase in WPL final history.

Top Performers:

  • Smriti Mandhana
  • Georgia Voll
  • Jemimah Rodrigues

Captain Smriti Mandhana led from the front with a brilliant 87 off 41 balls, while Georgia Voll’s 79 off 54 was equally crucial as they shared a 165-run partnership that turned the game in RCB’s favour. The win marked a historic moment for RCB as they reinforced their legacy in the league with a record chase and dominant performance.

Royal Challengers Bangalore - 2026
Source: News18

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Conclusion: MI and RCB Women Share WPL Glory With Two Titles Each

The Women’s Premier League has firmly established itself as a highly competitive tournament, delivering consistent quality cricket across its first four seasons.

Mumbai Indians emerged as one of the most successful teams by winning titles in 2023 and 2025, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru matched that feat with championship victories in 2024 and 2026, both coming against Delhi Capitals in the final.

With multiple teams now sharing success, the WPL has moved into a phase of true competitiveness, setting a strong foundation for the future of women’s franchise cricket in India.

About the Author

Meet Ankit Yadav, a dedicated cricket analyst at The Cricket Panda. Growing up playing street leagues and college tournaments, Ankit's love for cricket has been a lifelong journey. With a knack for numbers and a talent for data analysis, he brings a unique perspective to cricket reporting. At The Cricket Panda, Ankit combines his passion for cricket with his expertise in data analysis to provide fans with in-depth insights and comprehensive coverage of the sport.

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