RCB defeat Delhi Capitals in WPL 2026 final as Smriti Mandhana leads record chase
RCB Win WPL 2026 After Record Chase
Smriti Mandhana’s Royal Challengers Bengaluru completed a historic run chase to defeat Delhi Capitals in the Women’s Premier League 2026 final, sealing their second title. The match turned into one of the tournament’s highest-scoring finals as RCB successfully hunted down a daunting total set by Jemimah Rodrigues’ Delhi side.
RCB record chase in WPL final
Delhi Capitals posted a formidable score after strong top-order batting and a late acceleration in the final overs. However, RCB responded aggressively from the start, maintaining a high run rate throughout the innings. The chase became the highest successful pursuit in a WPL final, with Bengaluru crossing the target in the final phase of the innings to spark celebrations.
Smriti Mandhana leads composed batting effort
Captain Smriti Mandhana anchored the chase with a fluent innings, combining timing and controlled aggression. She rotated strike efficiently while punishing loose deliveries, ensuring the required rate never climbed out of reach. Support came from middle-order batters who maintained momentum and finished the match calmly under pressure.
Delhi Capitals fight despite big total
Delhi Capitals, led by Jemimah Rodrigues, appeared in control after their batting display. Their bowlers created chances in the middle overs, briefly slowing RCB’s scoring. But missed opportunities and boundary hitting in the death overs tilted the game back toward Bengaluru.
Second WPL title boosts RCB legacy
With this victory, Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second Women’s Premier League championship, strengthening their status as one of the competition’s most consistent sides. The win highlighted depth in batting and composure in high-pressure situations, while Delhi Capitals finished runners-up despite a strong campaign.
