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WPL 2026: Top batsmen in the race for the Orange Cap

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Last Updated on Jan 29, 2026 03:42 PM

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The 2026 Women's Premier League (WPL) season was incredibly exciting, with batsmen raining down fours and sixes. This year, along with several international stars, Indian players also showcased their bowling prowess.

Most Run's in WPL 2026: According to this year's batting stats, Nat Sciver-Brunt has performed the best.

Top batsmen in the race for the Orange Cap

1. Nat Sciver-Brunt: Run-Machine

Nat Sciver-Brunt has scored the most runs this season, with 319. He achieved this feat in just six matches at an excellent average of 79.75. His strike rate was 154.85 , which shows how quickly he scored runs.

2. Harmanpreet Kaur: Captain’s Performance

Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur also made her mark. She scored 260 runs in seven matches . Her average of 52.00 and nine fours are testaments to her power-hitting.

3. Phoebe Litchfield: Yuva Josh

Australia's Phoebe Litchfield impressed everyone with 243 runs in six matches. Her strike rate (154.78) and 10 fours make her special on this list.

4. Smriti Mandhana

India's star opener Smriti Mandhana scored 236 runs in seven matches . She hit 37 boundaries during this period, a testament to her timing and class.

WPL 2026 Top Batting Stats

Player Matches Runs Average Strike Rate 4s / 6s
Nat Sciver-Brunt 6 319 79.75 154.85 48 / 4
Harmanpreet Kaur 7 260 52.00 145.25 28 / 9
Phoebe Litchfield 6 243 40.50 154.78 30 / 10
Smriti Mandhana 7 236 39.33 132.58 37 / 4
Lizelle Lee 7 230 32.86 138.55 33 / 7

Power Hitters and Strike Rates

When it comes to strike rate, Grace Harris led the way. She scored 153 runs at an astonishing strike rate of 171.91 . Meanwhile, Sophie Devine displayed her power by hitting the most fours, with 13.

Young Indian players like Richa Ghosh (183 runs) and Shafali Verma (179 runs) also made their way into the top 15, which is a good sign for Indian women's cricket.

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