The ongoing Women’s Premier League (WPL 2025) will see Mumbai Indians and UP Warriorz take on each other. A win for the former champions, MI will help them get close to the playoffs. On the other hand, the Warriors would like to keep themselves alive for the playoffs race. Another loss for the team will bring them on the brink of elimination.
MI vs UPW Toss Prediction
Toss has played a crucial role in determining match outcomes in WPL 2025. Looking at the record this season, teams that have bowled first have won 14 out of 15 games.
Pitch Report – Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
The Ekana Cricket Stadium is known for its balanced surface, favoring both batters and bowlers. The pitch played as a good batting surface in the only game that has been played at this tournament
- Average 1st innings score: 130-140 runs
- Average 2nd innings score: 140-145 runs
- Best strategy: Chasing teams have a better record here, as dew plays a factor in the second innings.
Match Winning Trend: Teams batting second have won most women’s T20 matches at this venue.
Head-to-Head Record – UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians
| Total Matches | UP Warriorz Won | Mumbai Indians Won | No Result |
| 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
Mumbai Indians lead the head-to-head battle with 4 wins out of 6 matches against UP Warriorz.
Read Also:- MI vs UP Head to Head Record
MI vs UPW Probable Playing XIs
UP Warriorz Women Possible Playing 11:
- Kiran Navgire
- Georgia Voll
- Vrinda Dinesh
- Deepti Sharma (C)
- Shweta Sehrawat
- Grace Harris
- Chinelle Henry
- Uma Chetry (WK)
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Kranti Goud
- Gouher Sultana
Mumbai Indians Women Possible Playing 11:
- Hayley Matthews
- Yastika Bhatia (WK)
- Nat Sciver-Brunt
- Harmanpreet Kaur (C)
- Amelia Kerr
- Amanjot Kaur
- Sajeevan Sajana
- G Kamalini
- Sanskriti Gupta
- Shabnim Ismail
- Jintimani Kalita
Players to Watch
UP Warriorz:
- Grace Harris – Leading wicket-taker for UPW in WPL 2025, also contributing well with the bat.
- Shweta Sehrawat – In great form, providing strong starts in the powerplay.
- Deepti Sharma – Captain’s all-round abilities make her a key player in both departments.
Mumbai Indians:
- Nat Sciver-Brunt is the highest run getter for the team with 272 runs in five games.
- Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur has been striking at 154.43 in five games.
- Hayley Matthews, the West Indies captain, has picked seven wickets so far.
MI vs UPW Match Prediction
Considering form, team strength, and past performances, Mumbai Indians are expected to win this match despite UP Warriorz’ home advantage.
Match Winner Prediction: UP Warriorz to win the match
Scenario-Based Match Outcomes
| Scenario | 1st Innings Score | Predicted Winner |
|---|---|---|
| UP Warriorz bat first | 135-140 | UPW to loss |
| Mumbai Indians bat first | 170-180 | Mumbai Indians to win |
Final Prediction: Mumbai Indians to win the toss and win the match based on better recent performances.
