One of the most exciting T20 leagues in women's cricket world is the Women's Premier League (WPL) which is also known as Women's IPL. It has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting T20 leagues in women's cricket. Since its inception in 2023, the league has yielded intense games, match-winning knocks and fierce battles between the strongest teams.
Mumbai Indians Women, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, claimed the honors in the inaugural season of the WPL. Chasing 132 for victory, Mumbai triumphed with three balls to spare thanks to defining contributions from Hayley Matthews (47*) who was named Player of the tournament and Nat Sciver-Brunt (60*) won the title of Player of the match.
Final Match: Mumbai Indians Women vs Delhi Capitals Women
Venue: Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai
Result: Mumbai Indians won by 7 wickets
Key Player: Nat Sciver Brunt (Player of the Match in the final), Hayley Mathews (Player of the series)
Best Performer of the Season: Meg Lanning (Delhi Capitals) – Top run-scorer
Having a discouraging first season, RCB made a tremendous comeback in 2024 by defeating Delhi Capitals in a heart-stopping finale. Smriti Mandhana's leadership and cricketing skills, and Perry's consistent performances, led RCB to its maiden WPL championship.
Final Match: Royal Challengers Bangalore Women vs Delhi Capitals Women
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Result: RCB won by 8 wickets
Key Player: Sophie Molineux (3/20)
Best Performer of the Season: Deepti Sharma (295 runs and 10 wickets)
Women's IPL 2025 was once again won by Mumbai Indians (MI) as it was their second time being winners which names them the most successful team of WPL. They won the final against Delhi Capitals (DC), led by Meg Lanning. It was their third time reaching finals and facing loss.
Final Match: Mumbai Indians Women vs Delhi Capitals Women
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Result: Mumbai Indians won by 8 runs
Key Player: Best performer in the final was Captain Harmanpreet Kaur 66 of (44) deliveries.
Best Performer of the Season: Nat-Sciver Brunt 523 runs and 12 wickets.
Mumbai Indians (MI) have been the most successful, as they have won the 2023 and now 2025 final too. They have been under the captaincy of Harmanpreet Kaur since. Delhi Capitals (DC) have tried their best and qualified for every final of the seasons but did not get the trophy atleast once while RCB have named the trophy to themselves in 2024.
Which women's team won the IPL 2025?
Ans- Mumbai Indians, while defeating Delhi Capitals.
Who is the first winner of women's IPL?
Ans- Mumbai Indians (MI)
What is the highest total in WPL history?
Ans- Mumbai Indians, as they have won twice in three.
What is the prize money for the winner of the women's IPL?
Ans- Rs-6 crore.