Mumbai Indians Women vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Women, 16th Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | Womens Premier League, 2026

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26 January 2026 | 07:10AM
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The 16th match of the Women’s Premier League 2026 will feature a blockbuster clash between Mumbai Indians Women (MI-W) and Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCB-W) at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara, on 26 January 2026 at 07:30 PM. This fixture is expected to draw massive attention as both teams are strong contenders in the league phase. Fans following the MI-W vs RCB-W Live Score can expect a high-quality contest filled with big moments and intense pressure situations.


Mumbai Indians Women come into this match with a squad known for depth and balance. Their batting unit has the ability to absorb pressure and accelerate when required, while the presence of several all-rounders gives them flexibility in both innings. MI-W’s strength often lies in controlling the middle overs, using disciplined bowling and smart field placements to restrict scoring. Their overall structure allows them to adapt quickly to match situations.


Royal Challengers Bangalore Women, on the other hand, bring an aggressive and fearless approach. Their batting lineup prefers positive intent from the start, aiming to dominate the powerplay. RCB-W also have strong all-round depth, which helps them maintain balance even if early wickets fall. Their bowling unit focuses on using variations and tight lines to apply pressure. As the match progresses, the MI-W vs RCB-W Live Score is likely to reflect a closely fought contest where execution under pressure will be key.

Mumbai Indians Women vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Women, 16th Match Details

Series

Womens Premier League, 2026

Match

Mumbai Indians Women vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Women

Date & Time

26 January 2026, 07:30 PM

Venue

Vadodara, BCA Stadium, Kotambi

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Mumbai Indians Women vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Women, 16th Match Weather Condition

07:00 am

Cloud

5%

Humidity

45%

Wind

10.8 km/h

25

o

Sunny

Vadodara, BCA Stadium, Kotambi

Vadodara Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

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Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Average

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The pitch at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara, is generally considered balanced and suitable for competitive T20 cricket. Early in the innings, batters can play through the line with confidence due to even bounce and good pace. As the match moves forward, the surface may slow slightly, bringing spinners and bowlers using cutters into play. Evening matches here often see some dew, which can make bowling tougher in the second innings. Teams winning the toss may prefer to bowl first and chase, depending on conditions and scoreboard pressure.

Mumbai Indians Women Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Royal Challengers Bangalore Women Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

155

X

157

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

202-4 by RCBW vs GGW

X

120-10 by GGW vs MIW

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

202-4 by RCBW vs GGW

X

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

0

0%
|
100%
Bowling First

6

Mumbai Indians Women vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Women, 16th Match Squad

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Mumbai Indians Women Probable XI :

Harmanpreet Kaur, Poonam Khemnar, Sajeevan Sajana, Rahila Firdous, G Kamalini, Hayley Matthews, Natalie Sciver, Amelia Kerr, Amanjot Kaur, Shabnim Ismail, Saika Ishaque

Royal Challengers Bangalore Women Probable XI :

Smriti Mandhana, Grace Harris, Richa Ghosh, Georgia Voll, Dayalan Hemalatha, Nadine de Klerk, Pooja Vastrakar, Radha Yadav, Lauren Bell, Shreyanka Patil, Arundhati Reddy

Conclusion

The MI-W vs RCB-W encounter promises to be one of the most exciting matches of the Women’s Premier League 2026. Mumbai Indians Women will look to use their depth and experience to control key phases of the game. Royal Challengers Bangalore Women, meanwhile, will aim to counter that with aggressive batting and energetic all-round performances. Crucial moments in the powerplay and death overs are likely to decide the outcome. With both teams evenly matched, fans tracking the MI-W vs RCB-W Live Score should prepare for a thrilling contest that could go down to the final overs.