The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 is all set to kick off in style, promising a spectacular fusion of top-tier cricket and star-studded entertainment. The opening ceremony in Navi Mumbai is expected to be a grand affair, with popular music icon Yo Yo Honey Singh and Bollywood star Jacqueline Fernandez headlining the pre-match show.
Yo Yo Honey Singh will take centre stage before the opening clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy. Known for his high-energy performances, Honey Singh is expected to set the tone for what promises to be a thrilling WPL season.
Jacqueline Fernandez, meanwhile, will add glamour and vibrancy with a special performance, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere around the league’s much-anticipated start. A trailblazer of Indian hip-hop and Punjabi pop, Honey Singh rose to fame in the early 2010s with chart-topping hits such as Brown Rang, Angreji Beat and Lungi Dance, redefining India’s mainstream music scene.
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Jacqueline Fernandez, a former Miss Sri Lanka Universe, has carved a niche in Bollywood with her dynamic dance numbers and strong screen presence. Their collaboration reflects the WPL’s vision of blending elite women’s cricket with world-class entertainment.
When the beat drops, history begins. 🎤🔥
Yo Yo Honey Singh takes centre stage at the TATA WPL 2026 Pre Match Entertainment – setting the tone for an electrifying season! 🙌
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— Women’s Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) January 7, 2026
The WPL 2026 season will run from January 9 to February 5, with matches hosted across Navi Mumbai and Vadodara. Five franchises — Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz — will compete in a double round-robin format. The top team at the end of the league stage will qualify directly for the final, while the second and third-placed teams will contest the Eliminator on February 3.
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Following a high-profile mega auction in New Delhi, squads have undergone significant revamps, combining experienced international stars with exciting Indian talent. Leadership will once again be in focus, with captains like Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, Meg Lanning and Jemimah Rodrigues expected to play pivotal roles.
With power-packed batting, smart bowling attacks and intense tactical battles, WPL 2026 promises high-octane T20 drama and could play a crucial role in shaping selections ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.
