# WPL 2027: Vadodara and Mumbai to host fifth edition as RCB face MI in opener
_The fifth Women's Premier League will run from January 14 to February 7, 2027, across two host cities._

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- Published: 2026-11-05T04:56:56.705Z
- Section: Cricket > IPL
- Topics: WPL 2027, Women's Premier League, Vadodara, Mumbai Indians, Mumbai, Royal Challengers Bengaluru
## Summary

The BCCI has announced the WPL 2027 schedule. Vadodara will host the first 11 league matches, while Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium will stage nine league games from January 26 to February 3, the Eliminator on February 5, and the final on February 7.

## Key takeaways

- WPL 2027 runs from January 14 to February 7, 2027
- Vadodara hosts 11 matches from January 14 to 24
- Mumbai hosts nine league games from January 26 to February 3, the Eliminator on February 5, and the final on February 7
- RCB play MI in the opening match on January 14
- All matches start at 7:30 PM IST

## Article

The BCCI has released the schedule for the fifth edition of the Women's Premier League, which will run from January 14 to February 7, 2027, across Vadodara and Mumbai. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face two-time champions Mumbai Indians in the opening fixture on January 14 at 7:30 PM IST at Vadodara's Kotambi Stadium.

## Tournament structure

WPL 2027 will feature 22 matches in total. Vadodara will host the first leg, comprising 11 league games from January 14 to 24. The action will then shift to Mumbai following a day's break, with Brabourne Stadium staging nine league matches from January 26 to February 3. All matches will begin at 7:30 PM IST and there will be no double-headers.

## Teams and format

The fifth edition will feature five teams: Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, UP Warriorz, Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Giants. The competition follows a double round-robin format, with each team facing the other four twice.

The team finishing at the top of the league table will qualify directly for the final.

The second and third-placed teams will battle it out in the Eliminator for the remaining spot in the summit clash, while the fourth- and fifth-placed teams will bow out at the end of the league stage.

## Playoffs and context

The Eliminator is scheduled for February 5, while the final will take place on February 7, both at Brabourne Stadium. RCB will be looking to defend their crown and add a third title to their tally. Mumbai Indians are also chasing their third championship.

Delhi Capitals will be eager to end their final heartbreaks, having reached the summit clash in all four previous editions without lifting the trophy. UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants will be aiming to reach their maiden final.

## What happens next

The opening fixture between RCB and MI takes place on January 14 at 7:30 PM IST. The closing stages of WPL 2027 clash with England's tour of Sri Lanka for three T20Is.

### WPL 2027 venue split

| City | Venue | Matches | Dates |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Vadodara | Kotambi Stadium | 11 league games | January 14 to 24 |
| Mumbai | Brabourne Stadium | 9 league games | January 26 to February 3 |
| Mumbai | Brabourne Stadium | Eliminator | February 5 |
| Mumbai | Brabourne Stadium | Final | February 7 |

### Key WPL 2027 dates

| Event | Date | Venue |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Opening match | January 14 | Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara |
| End of first leg | January 24 | Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara |
| Second leg begins | January 26 | Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai |
| Eliminator | February 5 | Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai |
| Final | February 7 | Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai |

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### Sources

- [ESPNcricinfo](https://www.cricinfo.com/ci/content/story/1561411.html?ex_cid=OTC-RSS)
- [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/cricket/wpl-2027-schedule-released-vadodara-mumbai-to-host-22-matches-rcb-face-mi-in-opener-101793800268476.html)
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