WPL 2025: The UP Warriorz, led by captain Deepti Sharma, have put up some thrilling performances in the ongoing WPL and have now arrived in Lucknow for the first time to play on their home ground. The team received a grand welcome at the KD Singh Stadium with enthusiastic fans and a vibrant cultural program.
Owned by Capri Sports, the UP Warriorz will play their home matches at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, starting with a clash against Gujarat Giants on March 3. Following that, they will face Mumbai Indians on March 6 and defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 8.
Season Highlights So Far
Despite a slow start in Vadodara, the UP Warriorz built strong momentum with thrilling wins against Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. One of the standout moments of the season was Grace Harris’ hat-trick, the third in WPL history and the second for UP Warriorz. Additionally, Chinelle Henry delivered a stunning performance, smashing 62 runs off just 23 balls, equaling the record for the fastest fifty in WPL history (18 balls).
World No. 1 T20 bowler Sophie Ecclestone was at her best when UP Warriorz clinched a Super Over victory against RCB, earning her the Player of the Match award. Among the Indian contingent, captain Deepti Sharma has led from the front with both bat and ball, while players like Kiran Navgire, Vrinda Dinesh, Shweta Sehrawat, and Kranti Goud have all made significant contributions.
Deepti Sharma’s Message for the Fans
Excited to play on home turf, captain Deepti Sharma said, “We are extremely thrilled to play in our home stadium, and the team is eager to give it their all. I urge fans to come in large numbers and fill the stadium to its brim. With your unwavering support, we are confident in playing our best cricket and securing our place in the playoffs.”
Capri Sports’ Take
Jinisha Sharma, Director of Capri Sports, said, “It’s an exciting moment to be in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh—our home state—for the first time. The team has shown incredible character this season, and after a thrilling Super Over win against RCB, we’re eager to keep that momentum going. I have full faith in this squad’s ability to deliver, and I know they will rise to the occasion at the Ekana Stadium to meet the expectations of our amazing fans. Our focus is on finishing the league stage strong and securing our playoff spot.”
UP Warriorz WPL 2025 Squad:
Deepti Sharma (C), Uma Chetry (WK), Chinelle Henry, Poonam Khamnar, Kiran Navgire, Vrinda Dinesh, Georgia Voll, Grace Harris, Alana King, Tahlia McGrath, Shweta Sehrawat, Anjali Sarvani, Sophie Ecclestone, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Saima Thakor, Arushi Goel, Kranti Goud, Gouher Sultana.
