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WPL 2026 Top Run Scorers: The 2026 season of the Women's Premier League (WPL) lived up to its name, proving to be incredibly exciting. This year, not only did new talents emerge on the cricket field, but seasoned veterans also proved why they are considered among the world's best players. Ahead of today's final match, all eyes are on the player who will take home the 'Orange Cap'.
A notable feature of this season was that the pitches were batting-friendly, and the shorter boundaries were exploited to great effect by the batters. The dominance of Indian players was far more evident this season compared to the previous one.
Let's first take a look at the statistics of the top 10 run-scorers this season.
Most Runs in WPL 2026: Full List Table
| Player Name | Matches | Innings | Total Runs | Average | Strike Rate | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harmanpreet Kaur | 8 | 8 | 342 | 68.40 | 150.66 | 36 | 13 |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | 7 | 7 | 321 | 64.20 | 151.42 | 48 | 4 |
| Smriti Mandhana | 8 | 8 | 290 | 48.33 | 141.46 | 45 | 6 |
| Lizelle Lee | 9 | 9 | 283 | 31.44 | 141.50 | 43 | 8 |
| Laura Wolvaardt | 9 | 9 | 273 | 45.50 | 130.62 | 28 | 6 |
| Beth Mooney | 9 | 9 | 258 | 32.25 | 122.27 | 28 | 2 |
| Meg Lanning | 8 | 8 | 248 | 31.00 | 125.25 | 37 | 5 |
| Ashleigh Gardner | 9 | 9 | 244 | 27.11 | 141.86 | 26 | 8 |
| Phoebe Litchfield | 6 | 6 | 243 | 40.50 | 154.78 | 30 | 10 |
| Sophie Devine | 9 | 9 | 243 | 30.38 | 148.17 | 24 | 13 |
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WPL 2026 Most Runs: Top 10 Highest Run Scorers List
1. Harmanpreet Kaur (Mumbai Indians)
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The Indian captain has shown this season that when she's in form, no bowling attack in the world can stop her. With 342 runs in 8 matches, she is the leading contender for the Orange Cap. Her average of 68.40 is incredible, meaning she is consistently scoring big runs for her team in almost every match.
2. Nat Sciver-Brunt (Mumbai Indians)
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This English all-rounder has shown why she is considered one of the best players in the world. She has scored 321 runs in just 7 matches. Notably, she has hit the most fours (48) in this entire list. The battle between her and Harmanpreet in the final will be a sight to behold.
3. Smriti Mandhana (RCB)
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Smriti Mandhana has further refined the aggressive style of her batting this season. With 290 runs, she is in third place. She has given her team strong starts by putting pressure on the bowlers from the beginning. Her strike rate of 141.46 is proof of her evolving approach.
4. Lizelle Lee (Delhi Capitals)
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This explosive South African batter has scored 283 runs in 9 innings. Lizelle Lee is known for her power-hitting and has maintained the run rate in the middle overs with 43 fours.
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5. Laura Wolvaardt (Delhi Capitals)
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Laura is known for her classic cover drives and technically sound batting. She has scored 273 runs in 9 matches at a brilliant average of 45.50. Although her strike rate might be lower than others, she has held one end steady, which has proven crucial for her team.
6. Beth Mooney (Gujarat Giants)
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Australian wicketkeeper-batter Beth Mooney, as always, displayed her consistency. With 258 runs, she is in sixth place. Although her strike rate is 122.27, which is a bit low for T20s, she has been exceptional in her anchor role.
7. Meg Lanning (UP Warriorz)
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One of the world's most successful captains, Meg Lanning, has scored 248 runs in 8 matches. She has hit 37 fours and played several crucial innings for her team under pressure.
8. Ashleigh Gardner (Gujarat Giants)
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Known for her all-round performance, Gardner has scored 244 runs in 9 matches. She can score runs quickly in the lower order, as is evident from her strike rate of 141.86.
9. Phoebe Litchfield (UP Warriorz)
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The young sensation Litchfield has played the fewest matches (6) in this list, yet she managed to score 243 runs. Her strike rate of 154.78 is the highest in this entire list, making her one of the most dangerous batters of the season.
10. Sophie Devine (Gujarat Giants)
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New Zealand's Sophie Devine has scored 243 runs. Along with Harmanpreet, she has hit the most sixes this season (13). She has the ability to turn the tide of any match with her explosive batting in the final overs.
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