Smriti Mandhana's 87 Powers RCB to WPL 2026 Title Victory Over Delhi Capitals

Royal Challengers Bengaluru lifted the WPL 2026 title by defeating Delhi Capitals in the final. Smriti Mandhana's stellar 87 runs anchored RCB's successful chase. Delhi Capitals had set an imposing target of 203 for four, with significant contributions from Jemimah Rodrigues (57) and Chinelle Henry (35). Despite early pressure from RCB bowlers, DC found momentum. However, Mandhana's powerful batting and a strong partnership with Georgia Voll ultimately sealed the victory for RCB, securing them the championship.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) emerged victorious in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 Final, defeating Delhi Capitals (DC) in a high-scoring encounter. DC, batting first, posted a challenging total of 203 for four. Skipper Jemimah Rodrigues led from the front with a scintillating 57 off 37 balls, supported by Chinelle Henry's aggressive 35 off 15 balls. Laura Wolvaardt (44 not out off 25) and Lizelle Lee (37 off 30) also contributed significantly to DC's formidable total. RCB's initial bowling, particularly from Lauren Bell and Sayali Satghare, was tight, but Lee broke free in the fourth over, smashing two sixes.In response, RCB's chase was spearheaded by their captain, Smriti Mandhana, who played a match-winning innings of 87. She formed a crucial partnership with Georgia Voll, who scored 72 not out. The duo propelled RCB towards the target, reaching 150 for 1 after 14 overs at one point. Despite DC's strong batting performance and competitive total, Mandhana's powerful and calculated innings proved decisive, enabling Royal Challengers Bengaluru to successfully chase down the target and claim the WPL 2026 championship title.