Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is planning to expand the Women's Premier League (WPL). According to reports in the Times of India, it is learned that the governing body is looking to hold the next edition of the tournament at four venues in India.
The 2025 edition of the tournament is scheduled to be held MumbaiLucknow, Bengaluru and Vadodara. Reports also added that the third edition of the tournament is set to begin in Mumbai, with the final match being held at the new Kutambi Stadium in Vadodara.
WPL-3 is likely to be held in four places – Mumbai, Lucknow, Bengaluru, and Vadodara – Source close to TOI
A source close to the developments confirmed that the league will be held in four stadiums in Mumbai, Lucknow, Bengaluru and Vadodara. Speaking to the Times of India, he confirmed that the tournament will be held in four stages.
“The WPL-3 is likely to be held in four venues – Mumbai, Lucknow, Bengaluru and Vadodara – each of which will stage the tournament in four stages. The event is likely to begin in Mumbai, with the new Kuttambi Stadium in Vadodara scheduled to host the final.
The first edition of the WPL was played in Mumbai, and the second in Delhi and Bengaluru
If these reports are to be believed, it will be a big step forward for women's cricket in India. Over the past few years, the BCCI has put a lot of work into developing women's cricket, and it is starting to pay off.
The first edition of the Women's Super League was held in Mumbai. However, the BCCI went a step ahead and hosted the next edition at two venues in Delhi and Bengaluru. However, the number will now increase, and four stadiums across the country will host the Women's Super League.
WPL 2025 will start on February 6 or 7, with the final likely to be played around March 8-9.
Although there has not been any official confirmation, there have been some reports that claimed that WPL 2025 will start on February 6 or 7. The BCCI reportedly held informal talks with the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) and the Baroda Cricket Association (BCA). The official announcement will be made soon.
The final match of the event is likely to be held from March 8 to 9. The league will see 23 matches played across 4 stadiums, which will be a huge boost for the team difference And so are the players. By holding the tournament in multiple venues, the BCCI aims to spread the game across the country.
The 2025 WPL Auction was held recently, and all the franchises have strengthened their squad. Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the defending champions after their win delhi capitals He won the final, securing the franchise's first title in franchise cricket history. They will be keen to continue the momentum they achieved last year and win another title.
