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UP Warriorz Unveil Banarasi-Inspired 'A Blooming Rebellion' Jersey for WPL 2026

The UP Warriorz have launched their new playing kit for the upcoming Women's Premier League season, created in collaboration with designer Ekaya Banaras. Dubbed "A Blooming Rebellion," the jersey integrates traditional Banarasi floral motifs and weaving heritage into a modern, high-performance athletic design. It aims to symbolize strength, tradition, and the confident spirit of modern women cricketers. The team will debut the jersey in their opening match against the Gujarat Giants on January 10.

Key Points: UP Warriorz WPL 2026 Jersey: Banarasi Heritage Meets Cricket

  • Jersey blends Banarasi textile heritage with sports design
  • Created in partnership with Ekaya Banaras
  • Features 'A Blooming Rebellion' floral motifs
  • Symbolizes strength, tradition, and modern femininity
  • To be worn starting with match vs Gujarat Giants
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WPL 2026: UP Warriorz unveil new playing jersey inspired by Banarasi heritage

UP Warriorz reveal new WPL jersey with Ekaya Banaras, blending traditional floral motifs with high-performance design for the 2026 season.

"A visual testament to women carrying their heritage with confidence and independence. - UP Warriorz"

Mumbai, Jan 7

UP Warriorz revealed their new jersey for the upcoming Women's Premier League season on Wednesday, a kit that combines Banarasi textile traditions with high-performance sports, symbolising the Warriorz spirit of bravery, identity, and fearless cricket.

The jersey has been created in partnership with Ekaya Banaras, the team's official designer. The UP Warriorz x Ekaya collaboration unveils the "A Blooming Rebellion" jersey, blending modern sports design with traditional craftsmanship. Drawing inspiration from Banaras' floral heritage and Ekaya's renowned weaving, the design reimagines cultural motifs through a contemporary, performance-orientated approach.

Inspired by the symbolic significance of flowers in Banarasi culture-representing strength, tradition, and renewal-the jersey conveys the stories of silk in a bold, forward-looking athletic style. Created to celebrate culture, identity, and modern femininity, it serves as a visual testament to women carrying their heritage with confidence and independence.

The jersey features Banarasi-inspired motifs integrated into a sleek athletic design crafted for elite T20 cricket, blending comfort, mobility, and a distinct visual identity. It seeks to instil a sense of belonging and purpose in players each time they take the field, symbolising not just Uttar Pradesh but also the expanding development of women's cricket across India.

The UP Warriorz will wear the jersey during the upcoming Women's Premier League season, which fans can purchase through official merchandise channels. Their first match is against Gujarat Giants on January 10 at the DY Patil Stadium.

The tournament commences on January 9, with the curtain raiser seeing two-time champions Mumbai Indians, led by India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, go up against 2024 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, led by Indian vice captain Smriti Mandhana.

UP Warriorz were led by Alyssa Healy in the previous three editions since the tournament's inception. However, with the mega-auction bringing changes to all teams' setups and the franchise releasing Healy ahead of the auction, the team roped in former Australia and Delhi Capitals skipper Meg Lanning and handed her the captaincy baton.

The Women in Purple and Yellow will now be led by the multiple-time World Cup-winning captain, as Lanning will aim to finally lift the crown after finishing runner-up with her former team, DC, three times in a row.

- IANS

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Rohit P
As someone from UP, this makes me so proud. Our weavers and textile traditions are world-class. Great move by the franchise to highlight this. Hope the jersey brings them luck this season! 🏏
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Ananya R
Love the idea, but I hope the focus remains on performance and winning matches. The jersey looks great, but Lanning and the team need to deliver results. The last few seasons have been disappointing for Warriorz fans.
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David E
The fusion of traditional craft with modern athletic wear is fascinating. It's a powerful symbol for women's sports in India. WPL is doing a great job in building these unique team identities.
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Shreya B
"A Blooming Rebellion" is such a powerful name! Perfectly captures the spirit of women's cricket breaking barriers. Hope they release a fan version soon, would love to buy one. 💜💛
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Vikram M
Smart marketing, but the real test is on January 10th. Meg Lanning is a proven winner. If she can bring that mentality to this team, the jersey will become iconic by association. All the best to the Warriorz!

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