Will the WPL 2026 have more teams? The IPL President breaks the silence in the BCCI plans

The future of the Premier League Female (WPL) It seems to be on a constant path, with the President of the IPL Arun dhumal Address the potential of expansion in the middle of ongoing developments.

Current state of WPL teams

As it is, the WPL has five teams and Dhumal has confirmed that there are no immediate plans to increase this number. “To further strengthen this tournament at the moment, we want to consolidate -before we call on the addition of any team,” He was quoted on PTI. This decision reflects the BCCI focus on solidifying the league foundation after its significant growth for the last three years.

BCCI’s future plans

Although there is a strong interest in expanding the league, Dhumal emphasized that any change would not occur until after 2026. The BCCI aims to evaluate the league’s performance and the commitment of the audience before considering the addition of new franchises. This cautious approach is intended to ensure that the League continues to prosper without compromising its quality.

The WPL has experienced significant growth, with an increase in attendance and transmission number, which is a positive trajectory for women’s cricket in India. Dhumal expressed optimism about the future, emphasizing that competition is very far to improve.

“In three editions, WPL has grown in a phenomenal way in terms of traction, for stadium assistance. All diffusion numbers are very, very encouraging. And it has given a new impetus to women’s cricket worldwide.” Added.

“Therefore, we hope this will continue to grow. And this increases very well not only for the tournament, but also the cricket of women in general.”

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Future Tours Program Impact

From 2026, the WPL will also benefit from a January-February window as part of the ICC’s new Tours Future program for Cricket Women. This strategic program is designed to improve visibility and avoid conflicts with other important tournaments, thus fostering greater participation and visualization.

Although the expansion of teams in the WPL is not imminent, the current trajectory of the league suggests a promising future for women’s cricket in India. The BCCI strategic approach to careful consolidation and planning indicates a commitment to build a sustainable and successful league.

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