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Top 10 Best All-Rounders in Women’s Premier League (WPL) History

The Women’s Premier League (WPL), launched by the Board of Control for Cricket in India in 2022, quickly became one of the world’s most intense T20 competitions. Featuring elite women cricketers globally, the league has seen some outstanding all-round performances that have defined crucial moments and driven teams to victory.

In this list, we evaluate the top 10 all-rounders in WPL based on their batting and bowling contributions, impact on matches, and consistent performances across seasons.

Best All-Rounders in WPL - Summary

  • Rank: 1
  • Player Name: Nat Sciver-Brunt
  • Country: England
  • Team: Mumbai Indians Women
  • Runs: 1027
  • Wickets: 32
  • Rank: 2
  • Player Name: Hayley Matthews
  • Country: West Indies
  • Team: Mumbai Indians Women
  • Runs: 758
  • Wickets: 41
  • Rank: 3
  • Player Name: Ellyse Perry
  • Country: Australia
  • Team: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women
  • Runs: 972
  • Wickets: 14
  • Rank: 4
  • Player Name: Ashleigh Gardner
  • Country: Australia
  • Team: Gujarat Giants
  • Runs: 567
  • Wickets: 25
  • Rank: 5
  • Player Name: Deepti Sharma
  • Country: India
  • Team: UP Warriorz
  • Runs: 507
  • Wickets: 27
  • Rank: 6
  • Player Name: Amelia Kerr
  • Country: New Zealand
  • Team: Mumbai Indians Women
  • Runs: 437
  • Wickets: 40
  • Rank: 7
  • Player Name: Marizanne Kapp
  • Country: South Africa
  • Team: Delhi Capitals Women
  • Runs: 362
  • Wickets: 28
  • Rank: 8
  • Player Name: Jess Jonassen
  • Country: Australia
  • Team: Delhi Capitals Women
  • Runs: 295
  • Wickets: 33
  • Rank: 9
  • Player Name: Alice Capsey
  • Country: England
  • Team: Delhi Capitals Women
  • Runs: 405
  • Wickets: 11
  • Rank: 10
  • Player Name: Sophie Ecclestone
  • Country: England
  • Team: UP Warriorz
  • Runs: 187
  • Wickets: 36

Profiles of the Top WPL All-Rounders

10. Sophie Ecclestone | UP Warriorz

A skilled slow left-arm orthodox bowler from England, Sophie Ecclestone also bats right-handed. Across 25 matches, she has scored 187 runs and claimed 36 wickets, delivering consistent performances that helped UP Warriorz win key games. Her accuracy and tight economy rate stand out.

  • Matches: 25
  • Innings: 20
  • Runs: 187
  • Batting Average: 11.68
  • Strike Rate: 121.42
  • Highest Score: 33
  • Wickets: 36
  • Economy: 6.68
  • Bowling Average: 18.38
  • Best Bowling Inning: 4/13

9. Alice Capsey | Delhi Capitals Women

Young English talent Alice Capsey bats right-handed and bowls off-spin. In 18 matches, she has notched up 405 runs and taken 11 wickets, proving valuable for Delhi Capitals Women with her versatile skills.

  • Matches: 18
  • Innings: 16
  • Runs: 405
  • Batting Average: 27.00
  • Strike Rate: 133.66
  • Highest Score: 75
  • Wickets: 11
  • Economy: 7.14
  • Bowling Average: 20.45
  • Best Bowling Inning: 3/26

8. Jess Jonassen | Delhi Capitals Women

Veteran Australian Jess Jonassen is a slow left-arm orthodox bowler and capable lower-order batter. She has participated in 24 matches, scoring 295 runs and taking 33 wickets, contributing significantly to Delhi Capitals’ strong performances.

  • Matches: 24
  • Innings: 18
  • Runs: 295
  • Batting Average: 24.58
  • Strike Rate: 138.45
  • Highest Score: 61*
  • Wickets: 33
  • Economy: 7.74
  • Bowling Average: 20.75
  • Best Bowling Inning: 4/31

7. Marizanne Kapp | Delhi Capitals Women

South African all-rounder Marizanne Kapp brings experience and skill, having scored 362 runs at an average of 32.90 and taken 28 wickets in 24 matches. Her presence has been vital to Delhi Capitals Women’s success.

  • Matches: 24
  • Innings: 19
  • Runs: 362
  • Batting Average: 32.90
  • Strike Rate: 126.13
  • Highest Score: 40
  • Wickets: 28
  • Economy: 5.89
  • Bowling Average: 19.57
  • Best Bowling Inning: 5/15

6. Amelia Kerr | Mumbai Indians Women

New Zealand’s leg-spinner Amelia Kerr has been reliable for Mumbai Indians, playing 29 matches with 40 wickets at an economy of 7.64, alongside 437 runs. Her all-around game strengthens Mumbai’s lineup.

  • Matches: 29
  • Innings: 24
  • Runs: 437
  • Batting Average: 24.27
  • Strike Rate: 119.39
  • Highest Score: 45*
  • Wickets: 40
  • Economy: 7.64
  • Bowling Average: 17.90
  • Best Bowling Inning: 5/38

5. Deepti Sharma | UP Warriorz

India’s Deepti Sharma, named Player of the Tournament at the 2025 ODI World Cup, bats left-handed and bowls off-spin. She has scored 507 runs and taken 27 wickets in 25 matches, making her the leading Indian all-rounder in WPL.

  • Matches: 25
  • Innings: 24
  • Runs: 507
  • Batting Average: 28.16
  • Strike Rate: 117.63
  • Highest Score: 88*
  • Wickets: 27
  • Economy: 8.29
  • Bowling Average: 29.29
  • Best Bowling Inning: 4/19

4. Ashleigh Gardner | Gujarat Giants

Australian Ashleigh Gardner bats right-handed and bowls off-spin. Her 567 runs at a strike rate over 141 and 25 wickets at an economy of 8.34 have made her a key player and recently captain of Gujarat Giants.

  • Matches: 25
  • Innings: 25
  • Runs: 567
  • Batting Average: 24.65
  • Strike Rate: 141.75
  • Highest Score: 79*
  • Wickets: 25
  • Economy: 8.34
  • Bowling Average: 27.20
  • Best Bowling Inning: 3/31

3. Ellyse Perry | Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women

One of the greatest women cricketers ever, Ellyse Perry combines elegant right-handed batting with medium-fast bowling. She has amassed 972 runs and 14 wickets in 25 matches, inspiring many and transforming the WPL landscape.

  • Matches: 25
  • Innings: 25
  • Runs: 972
  • Batting Average: 64.80
  • Strike Rate: 132.96
  • Highest Score: 90*
  • Wickets: 14
  • Economy: 8.25
  • Bowling Average: 30.85
  • Best Bowling Inning: 6/15

2. Hayley Matthews | Mumbai Indians Women

Barbadian Hayley Matthews is the WPL’s top wicket-taker with 41 scalps and has contributed 758 runs in 29 matches. A right-handed batter and off-break bowler, she played a major part in Mumbai Indians' two titles in three seasons.

  • Matches: 29
  • Innings: 29
  • Runs: 758
  • Batting Average: 27.07
  • Strike Rate: 121.47
  • Highest Score: 77*
  • Wickets: 41
  • Economy: 7.24
  • Bowling Average: 17.56
  • Best Bowling Inning: 3/5

1. Nat Sciver-Brunt | Mumbai Indians Women

Nat Sciver-Brunt stands as the finest all-rounder in WPL history. This English star has scored 1,027 runs and taken 32 wickets in 29 matches, showcasing remarkable consistency and value for Mumbai Indians.

  • Matches: 29
  • Innings: 29
  • Runs: 1027
  • Batting Average: 46.68
  • Strike Rate: 141.85
  • Highest Score: 80*
  • Wickets: 32
  • Economy: 7.66
  • Bowling Average: 22.28
  • Best Bowling Inning: 3/18

How We Ranked These Players

The rankings reflect a combination of several factors:

  • Player Statistics: Total runs and wickets accumulated for their teams during WPL seasons were primary criteria.
  • Memorable Performances: Impactful displays in critical matches that swung outcomes in their team's favor.
  • Consistency and Match Influence: Regular contributions that reliably aided team success helped boost rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who is the most consistent all-rounder in WPL? Nat Sciver-Brunt from Mumbai Indians Women holds that title.
  • Which all-rounder has the most runs and wickets? Nat Sciver-Brunt leads in runs with 1,027, while Hayley Matthews tops in wickets with 41.
  • Who won the best all-rounder award in WPL? Nat Sciver-Brunt received the Most Valuable Player award.
  • Which Indian player ranks highest among all-rounders in WPL? Deepti Sharma from UP Warriorz is considered the best Indian all-rounder.

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