Smriti Mandhana scores 87 and Georgia Voll scores 79 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru chase 204 to win WPL title
Vadodara: Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally ended their long wait for a Women’s Premier League title after defeating Delhi Capitals in a thrilling final at the BCA Stadium on Thursday. In a match full of big moments and shifting momentum, RCB stayed calm under pressure and successfully chased a tough target to win the WPL 2026 trophy.
RCB chased down 204 runs, finishing at 204 for 4 in 19.4 overs, and sealed their WPL championship in style.
Delhi Capitals Put Up a Strong Total
Earlier, Delhi Capitals batted first after RCB chose to bowl. They put together a solid innings and scored 203 for 4 in 20 overs. Their batters built steady partnerships and then accelerated well in the final overs.
Although RCB bowlers managed to control the scoring at key stages, Delhi still crossed the 200-run mark. As a result, they set up a challenging target for the final.
Mandhana Steps Up
However, RCB captain Smriti Mandhana took charge from the very start of the chase. She played a brilliant knock of 87 runs off 41 balls, combining elegant shots with powerful hitting.
More importantly, Mandhana kept RCB ahead of the required run rate and handled the pressure of a big final with ease. Through her calm approach, she ensured the chase never slipped out of control.
Georgia Voll Shines
Meanwhile, Georgia Voll provided strong support at the other end. She played a composed innings of 79 off 54 balls, holding the innings together during the middle overs.
Because of her stability, Mandhana was able to play freely. Together, the pair built a match-winning partnership that shifted the final firmly in RCB’s favour.
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RCB Hold Their Nerve in the Final Overs
As the target came closer, Nadine de Klerk and Radha Yadav kept their composure. De Klerk remained unbeaten on 7, while Radha Yadav added a quick 12 not out.
Eventually, RCB crossed the line in the 20th over with two balls remaining. Soon after, celebrations broke out as the team secured their WPL title once again.
Another Final Ends in Disappointment for Delhi Capitals
Despite playing well throughout the season and reaching yet another final, Delhi Capitals once again missed out on the trophy. Although they posted a strong total, they could not stop RCB’s confident chase.
A Historic and Defining Win for RCB
Overall, RCB’s victory highlighted their consistency and mental strength in WPL 2026. After finishing at the top of the league stage, they delivered their best performance when it mattered most.
With Smriti Mandhana leading from the front and key players stepping up in the final, Royal Challengers Bengaluru turned years of effort into silverware and created a memorable chapter in WPL history.
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