The Women’s Premier League (WPL) is set to launch its fourth season with an exciting opening ceremony that promises to blend the thrills of cricket with the glamour of Bollywood. Defending champions Mumbai Indians are gearing up to face the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the highly anticipated opener. This event marks a significant celebration of the growing prominence of women’s cricket, as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) ensures a spectacular showcase for fans.
The opening ceremony is scheduled for Friday, January 9, at the renowned DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. As fans eagerly await the start of the season, the opening match will kick off at 7:30 PM IST, with the cultural festivities beginning an hour earlier at 6:30 PM IST. Viewers can tune in to the live broadcast on the Star Sports Network or stream it through the JioCinema app and website.
Adding to the excitement, renowned musical artist Yo Yo Honey Singh and Bollywood star Jacqueline Fernandez are set to headline the pre-match entertainment. Honey Singh will be poised to energize the atmosphere, while Jacqueline’s performance aims to celebrate the empowerment of women in sports. Further elevating the event, Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu is also on the lineup, bringing additional star power to the evening.
This year’s tournament will unfold across two venues—Navi Mumbai and Vadodara—with a total of 22 matches featuring five competing teams. The season will culminate in a grand finale on February 5 in Vadodara. With fresh leadership, including captains Jemimah Rodrigues for Delhi Capitals and Meg Lanning for UP Warriorz, the competition aims to reach new levels of excitement and intensity. Fans of women’s cricket are in for an exhilarating season.