RCB's Epic Triumph: Conquering the WPL 2026 Final

Mandhana and Voll's Masterclass Seals Second Title for Bengaluru

In a nail-biting finale at the Baroda Cricket Association Stadium in Vadodara on February 5, 2026, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) emerged victorious against Delhi Capitals (DC) by six wickets, chasing down a formidable target of 204 runs with just two balls to spare. Captain Smriti Mandhana's explosive 87 off 41 balls, complemented by Georgia Voll's steady 79 off 54, formed a record-breaking 165-run partnership that turned the game in RCB's favor.

DC had posted 203/4, thanks to Jemimah Rodrigues' fighting 57, but RCB's bowlers, led by Lauren Bell's economical spell, kept things in check. This win marks RCB's second WPL title, tying them with Mumbai Indians as the most successful franchise in the league's history, while DC suffers yet another final heartbreak—their fourth in a row. The match, buzzing with over 2 million Google searches in India, underscores the growing excitement around women's cricket.

What a blockbuster finale to the Women's Premier League 2026! On February 5 at the Baroda Cricket Association (BCA) Stadium in Vadodara, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pulled off the impossible – chasing down a massive 204-run target set by Delhi Capitals (DC) with 6 wickets and just 2 balls to spare in a nail-biting 19.4-over finish.

DC posted a formidable 203/4 – the highest total in any WPL final – powered by Jemimah Rodrigues' classy 57 off 37 balls, Laura Wolvaardt's quick 44 off 25, Lizelle Lee's 37, and Chinelle Henry's unbeaten 35*. RCB's bowlers, especially Lauren Bell's brilliant economical spell of 0/19 in 4 overs, kept the damage in check despite the high-scoring intent.

But the real magic happened in the chase. Captain Smriti Mandhana, battling a massive flu (as revealed by her coach post-match), delivered an absolute masterclass: an explosive 87 off just 41 balls (including rapid boundaries and sixes) to anchor the innings and claim Player of the Match. She raced to the fastest fifty in a WPL final (off 23 balls) and crossed personal milestones under pressure.

At the other end, Georgia Voll played the perfect foil with a composed yet authoritative 79 off 54 balls. Their unbroken 165-run partnership for the second wicket – the highest in WPL history and the biggest in any women's T20 final – turned the game into a historic run chase, the highest successful one in the league (surpassing previous records). RCB reached 204/4, sealing their second WPL title and tying them with Mumbai Indians as the most successful franchise.

For DC, it's heartbreak number four in four finals – a recurring curse despite reaching every decider. RCB fans erupted with "Ee Sala Cup Namdu" chants as the team celebrated back-to-back dominance. Mandhana lifted the trophy amid pure emotions, unfiltered joy, and scenes of jubilation in the dressing room.

This match has exploded on Google Trends in India – fans reliving the drama, records, and Mandhana's heroic knock played through illness. Women's cricket just keeps raising the bar! 🏆🔥❤️