RCB Women Snag a Nail-Biter WPL Final

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Women pulled off an amazing win against the Delhi Capitals (DC) Women in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) final on February 5, 2026, at Vadodara. It was one for the books! They were chasing a hefty 204 runs and managed to get to 204/4 in just under 20 overs. That’s the highest score ever chased down in WPL history! The game had everything – skill, guts, and keeping cool when it mattered. It really shows how much the WPL is helping women’s cricket in India get bigger and better.

Delhi Capitals Women Set a Tough Goal

DC Women were put in to bat and came out swinging. Lizelle Lee and Shafali Verma got them off to a fast start, with Lee smashing a couple of sixes in the fourth over. Even though they lost some early wickets, Jemimah Rodrigues held things together with a great 57 off 37 balls. She was hitting some awesome shots and kept DC going. Laura Wolvaardt added a solid 44, and Chinelle Henry hammered an unbeaten 35 off just 15 balls. All that meant DC set a target of 203/4 in 20 overs, which was going to be a big ask for RCB. It was the second-highest total in a WPL final.

Smriti Mandhana and Georgia Voll Team Up for a Record

RCB’s chase didn’t begin great. Grace Harris was out early, in the first over. But then Smriti Mandhana and Georgia Voll took charge. They put on an amazing 165 runs together off just 92 balls (!). Mandhana slammed 87 off 41 balls, and Voll hit 79 off 54 balls. It was like watching a batting clinic – timing, placement, everything was on point! That partnership wasn’t just important for keeping RCB ahead; it was also the highest partnership ever in the WPL, for any wicket. They both stayed calm and changed their game as needed, even with the pressure on.

The Middle Gets Tense

As the game got closer to the end, DC’s bowlers fought back. Minnu Mani got rid of Voll, and Nandani Sharma took out Richa Ghosh for not many. Then Chinelle Henry bowled Mandhana for 87. Suddenly, DC was back in it. RCB needed 13 runs off the last 8 balls. You could feel the tension when Radha Yadav came in at number seven – she had to finish the job.

Radha Yadav Wins It!

Radha Yadav kept her cool and banged two fours in a row off N Shree Charani. That sealed the win with two balls to spare. She didn’t panic, picked her shots well. People see her as one of RCB’s most reliable finishers. This win is RCB’s second WPL title. They beat DC Women in a final again, just like they did back in 2024.

Big Moments and Numbers

The WPL 2026 final was special for a few reasons. Mandhana and Voll’s 165-run partnership is now the biggest in WPL history. RCB chasing down 204 is the highest ever in a WPL final. And Chinelle Henry had a great game all around, scoring 35 with the bat and taking 2/34 with the ball. Her performance really helped them win. This final has proved that Smriti Mandhana is one of the best T20 batters around.

Arguments and Stress

The final didn’t really have any big arguments, but there were some tense moments, especially when it came to the umpires making decisions and using DRS (the review system). DC dropped a catch early on off Shafali Verma. Some people thought it showed a lack of focus in the field. Later, some people wondered about the tactics being used, and if the bowlers, like Shree Charani, were feeling too much stress in those final overs because of it.

DC Women Almost Pulled It Off

Even though they lost, DC Women showed how talented and tough they are. Jemimah Rodrigues and Chinelle Henry played some great shots, showing that DC can be a threat in any T20 game. Getting to 204 showed they have good batting and know their tactics, but not being able to stop Mandhana and Voll ended up costing them.

RCB Women’s Game Plan Paid Off

RCB’s plan to pace their innings and target the weaker bowlers worked like a charm. Mandhana and Voll kept rotating the strike, used some great shots, and punished anything that was a bit off. Even though they lost three wickets in 14 balls near the end, they kept it together. That showed how strong they are mentally. And Radha Yadav finishing things off showed how much depth and planning they have in those final overs.

My Thoughts

I think this final was a great example of both excellent batting and mental toughness. Smriti Mandhana set the tone with her powerful but well-thought-out innings, and Georgia Voll’s creative batting shows why she’s seen as one of the most adaptable T20 batters out there. Radha Yadav staying cool under pressure to get the winning runs is something people will remember for a long time in WPL history. DC Women came close, but not making the most of some key moments stopped them from winning. This match showed how much better and more competitive the WPL is getting, which is great for women’s cricket in India.

What Could Happen Next

Looking ahead, RCB Women will want to keep this going into the next WPL season. Mandhana and Voll will probably still be key to their batting, with Radha Yadav finishing things off. DC Women will rely on Rodrigues and Henry, but they’ll need to get more batting depth and improve their bowling to win next time. If these two teams play again next season, expect to see some new plans based on what happened in this final.

Last Words

The WPL 2026 final wasn’t just a match; it was something amazing to watch, with skill, determination, and record-breaking performances. RCB Women beating DC Women showed how important it is to have good partnerships, know how to bat strategically, and keep calm when things get tough. Records were broken and new stars were born, so everyone will remember this final as one of the best in the history of the Women’s Premier League.