WPL 2026: The Mumbai Indians have announced their retention list for the 2026 edition of the Women’s Premier League, putting faith in the core that helped them build a formidable unit over the last two seasons. Under Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership, the side has struck a balance between experienced internationals and exciting Indian talent.
Mumbai Indians Stick to Proven Core
True to the script, Mumbai Indians have retained their captain Harmanpreet Kaur, England all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt, and New Zealand’s all-round star Amelia Kerr – the trio forms the heartbeat of the franchise. Their match-winning contributions in the middle order and bowling department were crucial in MI’s consistent campaigns since the WPL’s inception.
The all-rounders Hayley Matthews, Chloe Tryon and Pooja Vastrakar have also been retained, ensuring Mumbai maintain their enviable depth in power-hitting and bowling options. West Indies skipper Matthews, in particular, was influential last season with both bat and ball, often setting the tone in the powerplay.
Mumbai Indian’s Strengthens Core
Amongst the Indians, the franchise has shown faith in wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia, who remains central to MI’s top-order stability. Left-arm spinner Saika Ishaque broke into the limelight with her stellar 2023 season and remains a key figure.
Youngsters Jintimani Kalita, S Sajana, Amandeep Kaur, Keerthana Balakrishnan, G Kamalini, Sanskriti Gupta, Akshita Maheshwari and Parunika Sisodia have also been retained, which indicates Mumbai’s emphasis on grooming the emerging Indian players.
Overseas Firepower Retained by Mumbai Indians
And with the likes of Shabnim Ismail, Chloe Tryon, and Nadine de Klerk, the global flavour of the franchise remains intact, packing a potent mix of pace and experience.
The presence of South African pacer Ismail, who can generate express speed, has often complemented Mumbai’s spin-heavy attack, while de Klerk’s all-round abilities make her a valuable addition to the middle order.
Amelia Kerr, the Kiwi star, has continued to be a vital cog in the Mumbai lineup, offering flexibility with both bat and leg-spin, and often stepping up in clutch moments.
Released Players by Mumbai Indians before WPL 2026
The Mumbai Indians have made a few strategic changes ahead of the auction. Players not retained for this season include Priyanka Bala, Dhara Gujjar, Sonam Yadav, and Neelam Bisht.
This move indicates that Mumbai might be looking ahead to bolster the areas of concern with fresh faces through the auction route to retain the competitive strength in the squad.
Complete List of Players Retained by Mumbai Indians for WPL 2026
WPL Retained Players List: Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Amelia Kerr, Hayley Matthews, Chloe Tryon, Pooja Vastrakar, Yastika Bhatia, Saika Ishaque, Amanjot Kaur, Shabnim Ismail, S Sajana, Amandeep Kaur, Keerthana Balakrishnan, G Kamalini, Nadine de Klerk, Sanskriti Gupta, Akshita Maheshwari, Parunika Sisodia, Jintimani Kalita
MI Go For Continuity Over Overhaul
The retention list reflects Mumbai’s philosophy of continuity over overhaul. A strong Indian core, supplemented by world-class all-rounders and proven overseas performers, and MI look well-set for another title push. Under Harmanpreet Kaur’s calm yet aggressive leadership, Mumbai have built an identity rooted in teamwork, consistency, and tactical excellence that sets the stage for yet another dominant WPL campaign.
