Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants, WPL 2026, match 19: Preview, H2H stats, when and where to watch in India?
The 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) playoff race intensifies as defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) face Gujarat Giants (GG) in a crucial Match 19 at BCA Stadium, Kotambi.
Last Updated: 07.57 PM, Jan 29, 2026
The race for the 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) playoffs will reach another peak this Friday as the defending champions, Mumbai Indians (MI), take on the surging Gujarat Giants (GG) at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi. With the tournament entering its final league stages, Match 19 will serve as a "virtual eliminator" for Mumbai and a golden ticket for Gujarat. Here is everything you need to know before the Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants
Match details
Match: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants, Women’s Premier League 2026, match 19
Date: Friday, 30 January, 2026
Tine: 7.30 PM IST
Venue: BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
Where can I watch the Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants, WPL 2026 online?
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Head-to-head stats
Historical data paints a daunting picture for the Giants.
In their eight previous meetings in WPL history, the Mumbai Indians have won every single encounter, including a 7-wicket victory earlier this season. However, records are meant to be broken, and the current Gujarat squad looks more balanced than ever.
Preview
The playoff landscape has never been more congested. While Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have already secured their spot at the top, the remaining two berths are up for grabs.
Gujarat Giants are currently sitting in 2nd place with 8 points from 7 matches. A win on Friday will guarantee them a spot in the playoffs. Even a loss might not end their campaign, but it would leave them at the mercy of net run rate (NRR) and other results.
For the Mumbai Indians, the scene is different. The defending champions are positioned in 3rd place with 6 points. After a mid-season slump of three consecutive losses, Harmanpreet Kaur’s side roared back to life with a statement win against RCB. For Mumbai, the equation is simple: win to stay in control of their own destiny.
Team news
Gujarat Giants are likely to stick with their winning combination following a thrilling 3-run victory over Delhi Capitals.
The form of young Indian talent Anushka Sharma has been a revelation, providing much-needed support to veterans Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine.
Mumbai Indians will rely heavily on their world-class all-rounders.
Harmanpreet Kaur and Hayley Matthews will look to exploit any early movement, while the pace of Shabnim Ismail could be the deciding factor against Gujarat’s top order.