RCB were bowled out for 109 in 20 overs as Delhi dominated with ball and bat at Kotambi Stadium Vadodara
In a big Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 match, Delhi Capitals Women defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women by 7 wickets and ended RCB’s five-match winning streak. The match took place at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, where Delhi clearly ruled the game with both bowling and batting. Because of this win, Delhi also strengthened their position on the WPL 2026 points table.
DC Won the Toss
After winning the toss, Delhi Capitals chose to bowl first, and that decision worked perfectly on the slow Vadodara pitch. Right from the first over, Delhi’s bowlers kept things tight and put constant pressure on the RCB batters. Moreover, they stuck to their plans and never allowed Bengaluru to settle or build partnerships.
RCB Struggle and Get Bowled Out for 109
Royal Challengers Bengaluru failed to handle Delhi’s disciplined bowling and were bowled out for just 109 runs in 20 overs. Even though RCB came into the match unbeaten, they could not post a fighting total. Captain Smriti Mandhana tried to lead from the front and top-scored with 38 runs off 34 balls. However, the rest of the batting lineup did not support her. In addition, the lack of partnerships hurt RCB badly. As a result, Delhi stayed in full control throughout the innings.
Delhi Bowlers Keep Tight Grip on the Match
Delhi’s bowlers delivered a near-perfect performance. They bowled tight lines and lengths and picked up wickets at regular intervals. At the same time, they blocked scoring chances and never let RCB speed up. Because of this pressure, Bengaluru could not build any big stand, and their innings ended well below par.
DC Chase the Target Easily
While chasing 110 runs, Delhi Capitals reached 111 for 3 in just 15.4 overs and won the match with 26 balls to spare. Shafali Verma gave Delhi a quick start with 16 runs off 8 balls. Meanwhile, wicketkeeper Lara Lee added 6 runs off 8 balls before getting out.
At the other end, Laura Wolvaardt played the anchor role and stayed unbeaten on 42 runs off 38 balls. Captain Jemimah Rodrigues supported her well with 24 runs off 26 balls and kept the chase calm. Finally, Marizanne Kapp finished the match in style, remaining not out on 19 runs off 15 balls. Together, they made sure Delhi crossed the line easily.
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RCB’s Winning Run Comes to an End
This loss ended RCB’s five-match unbeaten run in WPL 2026. Even so, Bengaluru remain one of the strongest teams in the tournament. Also, they still hold a solid place on the points table, which keeps their playoff hopes alive.
Delhi Get a Big Boost in Their Campaign
This win gave Delhi Capitals a huge confidence boost. Their solid batting and deft bowling demonstrated their increasing team consistency. More importantly, they earned crucial points that strengthened their push toward the playoffs.
Slow Vadodara Pitch Helps the Bowlers
The slow pitch at Kotambi Stadium played a major role in the match. Batters found it hard to play shots freely, and disciplined bowling got rewarded. Therefore, Delhi’s choice to bowl first proved smart and kept RCB under pressure from start to finish.
Impact on the WPL 2026 Points Table
After this match, the WPL 2026 points table shows a clear picture of where the teams stand:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru maintains their top spot with 10 points from six matches. They have won 5 and lost 1, with a strong net run rate of +1.236.
Delhi Capitals move to second place with 6 points from 6 matches. They have 3 wins and 3 losses, with a net run rate of −0.169.
Gujarat Giants also have 6 points from 6 matches, with 3 wins and 3 losses, but they sit below Delhi due to a lower net run rate of −0.341.
Mumbai Indians are fourth with 4 points from 6 matches. They have won 2 and lost 4, with a positive net run rate of +0.046.
UP Warriorz are currently fifth on the table, having earned 4 points from 6 games. They have also won 2 and lost 4, but their net run rate stands at −0.769.
What This Result Means Next
With this win, Delhi Capitals have improved their chances of reaching the playoffs and gained momentum at a key stage of the league. Meanwhile, RCB will need to bounce back quickly in their next matches to stay at the top and remain strong contenders.
As the WPL 2026 league stage moves into a crucial phase, every match and every result now matters more than ever for all teams.
