Vadodara:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women created history by winning their second Women’s Premier League (WPL) title, defeating Delhi Capitals Women by six wickets in a high-voltage final at the BCA Stadium, Vadodara.
Delhi Capitals posted a massive 203/4 in 20 overs, with Jemimah Rodrigues (57) leading the charge, supported by Laura Wolvaardt (44) and Lizelle Lee (37). It was one of the strongest totals ever in a WPL final, putting RCB under serious pressure.
In response, RCB captain Smriti Mandhana produced a match-winning masterclass, smashing a brilliant 87 off 41 balls. She was well supported by Georgia Voll, who played a sensational knock of 79, as the duo stitched together a record 165-run partnership, the highest for any wicket in WPL history.
RCB completed the highest successful chase ever in a WPL final, reaching 204/4 in 19.4 overs, sealing the match with two balls to spare and sparking huge celebrations among RCB fans.
Emotional Tribute to Smriti Mandhana
After the final, spinner Shreyanka Patil made an emotional statement, dedicating RCB’s WPL triumph to Smriti Mandhana, praising her resilience after a challenging personal phase. Shreyanka said the win was special for the entire team, highlighting Mandhana’s leadership and mental strength throughout the tournament.
Key Highlights:
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Delhi Capitals: 203/4 (20 overs)
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RCB Women: 204/4 (19.4 overs)
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Smriti Mandhana: 87 (41 balls) – Player of the Match
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Georgia Voll: 79
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Jemimah Rodrigues: 57
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Result: RCB Women won by 6 wickets
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Title Count: RCB’s 2nd WPL Championship
What This Means:
This victory confirms Royal Challengers Bengaluru as one of the most successful franchises in women’s cricket. For Delhi Capitals, it was another heartbreaking final loss — their fourth defeat in a WPL final, extending their wait for a maiden title.
RCB’s historic chase and Mandhana’s inspirational leadership will be remembered as one of the greatest moments in WPL history.