Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCBW) take on Mumbai Indians Women (MIW) in the 16th match today at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara. This Republic Day encounter on January 26, 2026, marks a crucial rematch in the Women’s Premier League 2026, as both teams previously met in the tournament’s opening match where RCBW secured a convincing victory. The current scenario presents a fascinating contrast – RCB Women are sitting comfortably at the top of the points table with an impressive net run rate, while Mumbai Indians Women are fighting to keep their playoff dreams alive after a string of disappointing results. With pride, revenge, and playoff positions on the line, this match promises to deliver high-quality cricket as the confident table-toppers face a wounded but determined Mumbai side looking to turn their season around. Let’s Break down with expert insights, betting tips, team performance, pitch report, and our RCBW vs MIW WPL 16th Match Prediction. Who will win today’s match?
RCBW vs MIW • 16th Match • Women’s Premier League 2026
Match: RCBW vs MIW | 16th Match | Women’s Premier League 2026
Series: Women’s Premier League 2026
Date: 26/01/2026
Time: 7:00 PM LOCAL, 1:30 PM GMT
Venue: BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
Streaming: Jio Hotstar and Star Sports Network
Team Performance
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Team Performance
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCBW) have lost their winning streak this season. After winning five matches back to back, they lost their previous match against DCW. The batters lost wickets early and scored only 109 runs in 20 overs. The bowlers couldn’t restrict them, and it was an easy chase for DCW. However, RCB Women still look stronger with both bat and ball as they stand at the top of the table this season with a net run rate of 1.236. Previously, they have beaten Mumbai Indians Women in the season, and once again they face them and look stronger to win.
Mumbai Indians Women Team Performance
The Mumbai Indians Women (MIW) are having a bad performance this season. In their opening match, they lost against RCBW, and again they are facing each other in the tournament in the 16th match. MIW made a comeback after their first loss but are struggling with three consecutive losses in their last three matches. They have played 6 matches with two wins and four losses, maintaining a net run rate of 0.046. As they are having a positive run rate, this win can boost their place in the playoff race. They need to bounce back with their batting and bowling line-up. They look determined to take revenge against RCBW for their first loss, and this win is crucial for them to stay in the playoff race.
RCBW vs MIW – Probable Playing XI (16th Match 2026)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Probable XI: Grace Garris, Smriti Mandhana (c), Georgia Voll, Gautami Naik, Richa Ghosh (wk), Nadine de Klerk, Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy, Shreyanka Patil, Sayali Satghare, Lauren Bell
Mumbai Indians Women Probable XI: Hayley Matthews/Amelia Kerr, Sajeevan Sajana, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Rahila Firdous (wk), Nicola Carey, Amanjot Kaur, Vaishnavi Sharma, Poonam Khemnar, Sanskriti Gupta, Shabnim Ismail
RCBW vs MIW Today’s Match Weather Condition:
- Temperature: 20.4°C
- Humidity: 61%
- Rain: 0% Rain of chance
- Wind direction: ENE
- Wind speed: 8.6KPH
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RCBW vs MIW Today’s Match Pitch Report & Toss Factor
The pitch at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara is generally batter-friendly, known for high-scoring games and a true bounce. For today’s match between RCB W and MI W, a significant evening dew is expected. This factor strongly influences the toss decision, as the ball becomes difficult for bowlers to grip in the second innings. Consequently, the toss-winning captain will almost certainly choose to bowl first to take advantage of the better conditions early on and chase a total later under lights when batting is easier.
RCBW vs MIW — Head-to-Head Records
Total Matches Played: 8
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Won: 4
Mumbai Indians Women Won: 4
Tie / No Result: 0
First-Ever Match Between RCBW vs MIW
Date: March 6, 2023
Venue: Brabourne Stadium
Result: Mumbai Indians Women won by 9 wickets
Most Recent Match RCBW vs MIW
Date: January 9, 2026
Venue: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women won by 3 wickets
Player of the Match: Nadine de Klerk
Today match Prediction: Team chasing are favourites to win today’s RCBW vs MIW 16th match Match 2026.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Mumbai Indians Women — 16th Match Prediction
Scenario 1
Who will win today’s toss: RCBW win the toss and opt to bowl first
MIW scores: 170–180
Who will win today’s match: RCBW to win today’s 16th match 2026
Scenario 2
Who will win today’s toss: MIW win the toss and opt to bowl first
RCBW scores: 185–195
Who will win today’s match: MIW to win today’s 16th match 2026
Today Match Winning Percentage
Today’s cricket betting tips for RCBW vs MIW 16th Match 2026
- Who will win the toss Today: RCBW wins the toss and elect to Bowl first.
- Top Batter Performance: Nat Sciver-Brunt
- Top Bowler Performance: Lauren Bell
- Today Cricket betting tips: Team chasing are safe bet to play today’s 16th match 2026.