The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 witnessed a shift atop the individual performance charts as Harmanpreet Kaur and Sophie Devine reclaimed the prestigious Orange and Purple Caps after the latest round of matches, underscoring their influence on the tournament’s competitive landscape. The new cap holders’ performances have set up a thrilling climax to the league stage as teams battle for playoff spots.
Harmanpreet Back on Top of Orange Cap Race
Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur surged ahead in the Orange Cap standings, becoming the leading run-scorer in WPL 2026 at this stage. Her unbeaten 82 off 48 balls in a high-scoring encounter, despite her team’s defeat to Gujarat Giants, pushed her tally to 342 runs from eight innings, placing her clear at the top of the leaderboard.
Harmanpreet’s resurgence overtook previous leaders Nat Sciver-Brunt and Smriti Mandhana, who now sit second and third with 321 and 290 runs respectively. Other notable batters in the top five include Meg Lanning (248 runs) and Ash Gardner, further highlighting the depth of batting talent across teams.
Her consistency with the bat has been instrumental in keeping Mumbai Indians in contention and illustrates her value not just as a leader but as a match-winning batter in the league’s marquee performances.
Devine Dominates Purple Cap Standings
On the bowling front, Sophie Devine of the Gujarat Giants reclaimed the Purple Cap — awarded to the leading wicket-taker — after a strong bowling performance of 2 for 23 against the Mumbai Indians. This effort took her tally to 17 wickets for the season, edging her back to the top of the list ahead of competitors.
Devine’s achievement reflects her all-round prowess, as she has made key contributions with both bat and ball throughout the tournament. Close behind her are other strike bowlers, including Nadine de Klerk and Amelia Kerr, who remain in contention with double-figure wicket hauls.
Implications for Playoffs
With the WPL approaching the final stretch of the league stage, the Orange and Purple Cap races are shaping up as narratives to watch. Harmanpreet’s batting dominance and Devine’s wicket-taking ability not only highlight their individual brilliance but also the competitive balance that has defined this season.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as these performances could prove decisive in the run to the playoffs and beyond.
