Royal Challengers Bengaluru have secured a place in the Women’s Premier League 2026 final after finishing top of the table, while four teams remain in contention for the remaining two playoff spots with just two league matches left.
WPL Playoff Scenarios: RCB Secure Finals Spot, Four Teams Battle for Two Places
Royal Challengers Bengaluru confirmed their place in the final of the Women’s Premier League 2026 after Grace Harris delivered a match-winning all-round performance on Thursday. With RCB finishing at the top of the table, the focus now shifts to the remaining four teams, who are locked in a tight contest for the last two playoff berths with just two league matches left.
Points Table (after Match 18)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Q) sit comfortably on 12 points from eight matches with a healthy net run rate of 1.247. Gujarat Giants are second on eight points, followed by Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals on six points each. UP Warriorz remain at the bottom with four points and the weakest net run rate.
Gujarat Giants
Remaining fixture: vs Mumbai Indians, January 30
Gujarat Giants climbed to second place after edging past Delhi Capitals by three runs, taking their tally to eight points from seven matches. With Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals both close behind, the Giants remain vulnerable despite their current position.
The most straightforward path for Gujarat is a win over Mumbai Indians, which would take them to 10 points and guarantee qualification. They could also sneak through with a loss, provided UP Warriorz defeat Delhi Capitals in the final league game.
However, their poor net run rate (-0.271) keeps them under pressure. A narrow defeat to Mumbai could open the door for Delhi Capitals to overtake them on net run rate, depending on the margin of results in the final fixtures.
Mumbai Indians
Remaining fixture: vs Gujarat Giants, January 30
Defending champions Mumbai Indians are well placed in the race, largely due to the best net run rate among the four teams still fighting for qualification.
A victory over Gujarat Giants would move Mumbai to eight points and should be enough to secure a playoff spot. Mumbai also enjoy a dominant head-to-head record against Gujarat, having beaten them in all previous encounters.
If Mumbai lose, their fate will hinge on the Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz match. Heavy defeats could put their net run rate at risk, making the final fixture critical in determining whether they advance.
Delhi Capitals
Remaining fixture: vs UP Warriorz, February 1
Delhi Capitals revived their campaign after early struggles with wins over Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. However, their recent loss to Gujarat Giants has left little room for error.
A win against UP Warriorz in their final league match will confirm Delhi’s place in the eliminator, irrespective of the Mumbai–Gujarat result. A defeat, though, could push them into a three-way tie with Mumbai and UP Warriorz on six points, with net run rate deciding qualification.
The advantage for Delhi lies in playing the final league game, allowing them to approach the match with a clear understanding of what is required.
UP Warriorz
Remaining fixture: vs Delhi Capitals, February 1
UP Warriorz find themselves on the brink after their loss to RCB, sitting last with four points and a net run rate of -1.146. While elimination looms, they remain mathematically in contention.
Their only realistic route involves a comprehensive victory over Delhi Capitals in the final match, combined with a heavy Gujarat Giants win over Mumbai Indians. Only then could UP Warriorz climb above both teams on net run rate and claim a spot in the eliminator.
The margins required are steep, but with one game left, UP Warriorz still have a slim chance to keep their season alive.
