RCB Clinch Second WPL Title with Thrilling Final-Over Win vs Delhi Capitals, Mandhana shines
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) scripted a memorable victory in the WPL 2026 final at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara, defeating Delhi Capitals (DC) in a nail-biting contest to lift their second WPL title. For Delhi, it was another heartbreaking chapter, as they suffered their fourth consecutive defeat in a WPL final. After winning the toss, RCB skipper Smriti Mandhana opted to bowl first, a decision that initially seemed questionable as Delhi Capitals posted a daunting total of 203 runs. Lizelle provided a brisk start with 37 off 30 balls with Shafali looking good for her 20 in 13 balls having a good powerplay. Captain Jemimah Rodrigues anchored the innings with Wolvaardt with a superb half-century executing several glorious drives in her 57 . Towards the end, Wolvaardt’s (44) & Henry's (35 * in 15 balls) explosive hitting pushed Delhi beyond the 200-run mark, setting a formidable target of 204. While Wolvaardt looked elegant even during her power hitt...