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UP Warriorz WPL 2026 Points Table Position And Qualification Scenarios After UPW vs RCB Clash

Sreejita Sen

Here's all you need to know about the UP Warriorz WPL 2026 points table and their qualification scenarios.

UP Warriorz suffered their fifth loss of the season in the UPW vs RCB clash on January 29, 2026. They sit at the bottom place on the WPL 2026 points table due to their latest defeat. Here, we look into the updated UP Warriorz WPL 2026 points table and UP Warriorz qualification scenarios.

Check the latest WPL 2026 Qualification Scenarios for all teams.

UP Warriorz WPL 2026 Points Table Position

The UP Warriorz were unable to kickstart the WPL 2026 the way they would have wanted to. Even after a major overhaul in their squad that noted only one retention ahead of the maiden mega auction of the league, the performances and points table were reflecting the same story.

However, the latest loss has changed the side’s script, and they are officially eliminated from the tournament.

Team Matches Won Loss NR Points NRR
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (Q) 8 6 2 0 12 +1.247
Gujarat Giants Women (Q) 8 5 3 0 10 -0.168
Mumbai Indians Women 8 3 5 0 6 +0.059
Delhi Capitals Women 7 3 4 0 6 -0.164
UP Warriorz Women 7 2 5 0 4 -1.146

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Upcoming UP Warriorz Fixtures in WPL 2026

Here are UP Warriorz upcoming WPL 2026 fixtures:

  • vs Delhi Capitals – February 1

Can UP Warriorz Qualify for WPL 2026 Playoffs?

UP Warriorz have now been eliminated from the tournament and can no longer qualify for the WPL 2026 playoffs. Even if they win their last game, they will not be able to secure a spot in the top three of the points table.

Current UP Warriorz Qualification Scenarios

  • Matches Played: 7
  • Wins: 2
  • Points: 4
  • Net Run Rate: -1.146
  • Table position: fifth

After a narrow 10-run defeat in their WPL 2026 opener against the Gujarat Giants (GG), the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) thrashed the side by a nine-wicket win with almost eight overs remaining. Then came Delhi Capitals’ turn. DC beat them off the final ball as UPW succumbed to four losses in four games. They affirmed the bottom place, although they improved after winning against MI. However, a loss to GG and RCB has now put them back to fifth in the latest WPL 2026 points table. This loss means the Warriorz can only reach a total of six points, even if they win their final group stage match.

UP Warriorz, nevertheless, will play for their pride in their next and final WPL 2026 match against Delhi Capitals.

How Many Wins Do UP Warriorz Need to Qualify?

One of the most common questions right now is: Can UP Warriorz qualify without depending on other teams? 

  • Remaining Matches: 1
  • Likely Qualification Mark: 8 points  
  • Wins Required: Can’t qualify as they can achieve a maximum of six points.

In most UP Warriorz qualification scenarios, reaching 8 points would have kept them alive for a playoff spot. But considering the current form, table toppers RCB, who have lost just one game in the league so far, and the Mumbai Indians (MI), Delhi Capitals (DC), and Giants (GG) are the frontrunners to secure the remaining two playoff berths.

But as the UP Warriorz are still in search of their maiden WPL trophy, they will have to wait for another year to taste success and end their four-year wait.

As UPW have lost their last two games, they are officially eliminated from the WPL 2026 playoffs race.

Key Risks in UP Warriorz Qualification Scenarios

  • Opening combination woes
  • Top order inconsistency  
  • Expensive bowling attack 

Coming off a great run in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025, skipper Meg Lanning is finally finding her rhythm after a slow start to the WPL 2026. After a fifty against Delhi, she registered a quickfire 45-ball 70 to help UPW do the double over MI. The batter’s form and experience would be crucial for turning around her new team’s fortunes ahead in the league.

However, fellow opener Kiran Navgire is yet to fire in the ongoing season after UPW tried out Harleen Deol briefly at the top. Phoebe Litchfield’s fiery 37-ball 61 against MI to register her second fifty of the tournament will be a positive for the Warriorz side.

The Warriorz’s bowling attack, comprising youngster Kranti Gaud, experienced Shikha Pandey, and Proteas star Chloe Tryon, has also leaked runs so far. Their costly returns could be a massive threat to the team’s qualification scenarios.

Can UP Warriorz Qualify for WPL 2026 Playoffs?

UP Warriorz are officially knocked out of the WPL 2026 playoffs race.

  • They cannot reach eight points and tie with the third-place team to stay in the WPL 2026 Playoffs race.

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