A thrilling finale is set in Vadodara, where Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women will face Delhi Capitals Women for the WPL 2026 title on February 5. Smriti Mandhana’s team has been impressive this season, leading the table with six wins from eight matches.
With their strong finish, RCB secured a spot in the final. After winning the championship in 2024, they aim for another title, while Delhi Capitals made it to the final after a challenging season. DC Women struggled initially, losing three of their first four games, but found form with three wins in their last four matches.
The Eliminator was one-sided, with Delhi Capitals easily defeating Gujarat Giants and chasing down 169 runs with 26 balls to spare. This victory marks their fourth consecutive appearance in the final.
Who has the upper hand in the WPL 2026 final?
In the current season, RCB and DC have each won a match against the other.
RCB’s batting has largely depended on their captain Smriti Mandhana, while their bowling has been strong, featuring Nadine de Klerk, Lauren Bell, and Shreyanka Patil.
DC has a strong top-order lineup with Lizelle Lee, Shafali Varma, Laura Wolvaardt, and Jemimah Rodrigues, and Nandani Sharma and Shree Charani lead in wickets. RCB Women have an advantage going into the final due to consistent performances throughout the league and a cohesive team that has frequently outshone their competitors.
