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Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz Match Prediction. [Source - @wplt20/x]
Mumbai Indians and UP Warriorz are set to lock horns in Match 8 of WPL 2026 on January 15, with the evening fixture scheduled to be played at the DY Patil Stadium. The two sides head into the contest in contrasting form, having experienced very different starts to the season.
Mumbai Indians have won their last two matches to sit second on the points table with four points. In contrast, UP Warriorz are still searching for their first win after three outings and remain rooted to the bottom of the table, hoping to climb the ladder with a much-needed win.
Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz current form (Last 5 WPL matches)
| Teams | Form |
| Mumbai Indians | W, W, L, W, W |
| UP Warriorz | L , W, L, L, L |
Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz player battles
Harmanpreet Kaur vs Sophie Ecclestone
In sublime form, Harmanpreet Kaur has led Mumbai Indians’ charge with the bat, as seen against Gujarat Giants. However, UP Warriorz spinner Sophie Ecclestone has often kept her quiet in this format and remains Warriorz’s best hope to stop the MI skipper.
Phoebe Litchfield vs Amelia Kerr
UP Warriorz’s most dangerous batter, Phoebe Litchfield, has been a key threat at the top. However, Mumbai Indians leg-spinner Amelia Kerr, WPL's all-time leading wicket-taker, has dismissed her seven times in T20s, making this a player battle to watch our for this fixture.
Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz top performers
Most runs for MI vs UPW (among squad members)
Nat Sciver-Brunt is the leading run-scorer in Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz encounters, having amassed 298 runs at an impressive average of 74.5 and a scorching strike rate of 157.67.
Most wickets for MI vs UPW (among squad members)
Amelia Kerr is Mumbai Indians’ leading wicket-taker for Mumbai Indians against UP Warriorz, having picked up 11 wickets in seven matches at an average of 18.09.
Most runs for UPW vs MI (among squad members)
Deepti Sharma is UP Warriorz’s top scorer against Mumbai Indians, amassing 147 runs in this fixture at an average of 36.75, including a best of 53 not out.
Most wickets for UPW vs MI (among squad members)
Sophie Ecclestone leads UP Warriorz’s bowling against Mumbai Indians, claiming eight wickets at an impressive economy rate of 7.00.
Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz toss prediction
DY Patil Stadium remains a strong chasing venue despite early-season trends favoring teams bowling first. After initial seam and swing challenges, conditions have eased, allowing batters to play big shots, making it easier to chase targets in the latter stages.
The last three matches at the venue have been won by teams batting second, highlighting improved conditions as the game goes on. Teams winning the toss are now expected to field first and back themselves to successfully chase the target.
Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz 1st innings score prediction
Powerplay - 55/1
End of the innings - 192/6
Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz 2nd innings score prediction
Powerplay - 65/2
End of the innings - 193/5
Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz top players prediction
MI's top players prediction
Amelia Kerr, Nat Sciver-Brunt
UPW's top players prediction
Meg Lanning, Phoebe Litchfield
Who will hit the most sixes in the MI vs UPW WPL match?
Harmanpreet Kaur
Who will hit the most fours in the MI vs UPW WPL match?
Meg Lanning
MI vs UPW Match Winner Prediction: Who will win WPL 2026, Match 8?
Considering the current form of both teams, Mumbai Indians look too strong to lose as they aim for a third win in four games. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, they are expected to dominate UP Warriorz and climb to the top of the points table.
