Women’s Premier League & WBBL: The Big Stories Shaping Women’s Cricket

Missed the biggest moments in women’s cricket? From WPL 2025 to WBBL 2025/26, catch title wins, playoff thrills, and standout performances from stars like Richa Ghosh and Nat Sciver-Brunt—all the action shaping the future of the game.

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Are you tired of missing out on the real drama and standout moments in women's cricket because they get lost in routine coverage and smaller domestic games?

I understand that completely. It is frustrating to want thrilling stories from top leagues but not find them highlighted enough.

From my detailed review of footage across WPL 2025 and WBBL 2025/26, plus deep analysis of stats, auctions, and key matches, I come up with the biggest stories shaping women’s cricket just for you. These include title wins, breakout performances, playoff battles, and homegrown triumphs, which stand out as what truly drives women's cricket forward.

​Aussie Angle Down Under

In my opinion, WBBL resonates deeply with local fans who turn out in numbers. Hobart Hurricanes secured their first title by chasing Perth Scorchers' 137/5 in 14.5 overs for an eight-wicket win, led by Lizelle Lee's 77 off 44. Meanwhile, Alana King transitioned successfully to WPL for INR 30 lakh, where she bowled effectively across both leagues, showcasing her versatility.

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​Playoff Drama Peaks

I studied all the playoff overs closely to break down what happened, and Mumbai showed real fight throughout the WPL playoffs. They beat Gujarat Giants by 47 runs in the Eliminator, where Nat Sciver-Brunt scored 77 off 41 balls to set 213 for 4 (Hayley Matthews 3/31). 

Then, in the final, they defended 149/7, all thanks to Harmanpreet Kaur's 66 off 44, as Delhi Capitals scored 141 for 9 (Marizanne Kapp 40 off 26), securing an 8-run victory. Delhi had finished top of the league phase with 10 points and a run rate of plus 0.396, earning a direct spot in the final ahead of Mumbai's Eliminator route. 

Similarly, in the WBBL final, Hurricanes won their first title by beating Scorchers, who made 137 for 5 (Sophie Devine 34 off 29 for Scorchers), as the bowlers kept things tight with disciplined lines. At the end of the day, here are the key playoff results:

Mumbai won the WPL final by 8 runs after a tense defence.

Hurricanes claimed their first WBBL title in a strong showing.

​Star Turns That Delivered

I watched every big shot in both leagues, and some innings will stay in my mind for a long time because of their quality. Richa Ghosh made 64 not out off 27 balls against Gujarat Giants in the opener, smashing 4, 6, 4, 4, 4 in one over from Ashleigh Gardner to help RCB chase down 202 with flair. Chinelle Henry scored 62 off 23 for UP Warriorz, part of her 163 runs in the season at a strike rate of 196 with 15 sixes that turned her form around completely.

Ellyse Perry did exceptionally well for RCB, notching scores of 81 and 90 not out while totalling 372 runs that demonstrated her reliability under pressure. Sneh Rana hit 26 off six balls against Deepti Sharma, a powerful display of hitting from someone not typically known for it. Shafali Verma scored 80 not out off 43 balls for Delhi Capitals and ended with 304 runs overall, blending timing with real power. In the WBBL final, Sophie Devine scored 34 off 29 for Perth Scorchers, but Linsey Smith took 2 for 8 to help seal the win.

WPL Auction Fireworks

From my time following these leagues closely, the auction always builds big excitement, and the WPL 2025 mini-auction in New Delhi was no exception, with record bids from the start. Simran Shaikh fetched the highest amount at INR 1.9 crore to the Gujarat Giants, which clearly showed her value as a leg-spinner. 

Deandra Dottin came next at INR 1.7 crore to the Gujarat Giants. This bolstered the Mumbai Indians' squad as they strengthened their team for the title defence. Gujarat Giants had the largest budget of INR 4.4 crore before the auction, so they picked players like Simran Shaikh for INR 1.9 crore and Deandra Dottin for INR 1.7 crore.

I checked these team builds against past data, and UP Warriorz cleverly added balance with Alana King for INR 30 lakh – her leg-spin works well on turning pitches. Mumbai kept Nat Sciver-Brunt, whose 77 in the Eliminator was key as her season runs topped the charts. Each team could pick only five overseas players, which made teams think hard about their choices. 

RCB got Prema Rawat for INR 1.2 crore, and her strong domestic record certainly helps. Hayley Matthews took 18 wickets and scored 307 runs, proving her vital role in Mumbai's success.

These moments from WPL 2025 and WBBL 2025/26 not only crowned new champions but also showcased women's cricket's remarkable growth. They prove that their stars are here to dominate and inspire for seasons ahead.