RCB record their fourth straight win in WPL 2026
The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) women’s team is on a roll in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026, having recorded their fourth straight win in the tournament. On Saturday, they defeated the Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight wickets in Navi Mumbai, showcasing their impressive form and consistency.
The match began with DC winning the toss and electing to bat first. The team got off to a good start, with Shafali Verma and Alice Capsey putting up a 44-run partnership for the first wicket. However, the fall of Capsey’s wicket led to a slight collapse, and DC found themselves struggling at 63/3 in the eighth over.
Verma, however, continued to play aggressively, scoring a brilliant 62 off 41 balls. Her innings included eight fours and two sixes, and she looked in great touch throughout her stay at the crease. The rest of the DC batsmen, however, failed to make a significant impact, and the team eventually posted a total of 166/8 in their 20 overs.
Lauren Bell and Sayali Satghare were the pick of the RCB bowlers, picking up three wickets each. Bell, in particular, was impressive, conceding just 22 runs in her four overs and applying significant pressure on the DC batsmen.
Chasing a target of 167 runs, RCB got off to a solid start, with captain Smriti Mandhana and Sophie Devine putting up a 53-run partnership for the first wicket. Devine’s dismissal, however, led to a slight hiccup, and RCB found themselves at 74/2 in the ninth over.
Mandhana, however, continued to play sensibly, and was soon joined by Georgia Voll. The two batsmen put up a 93-run partnership for the third wicket, taking RCB closer to the target. Mandhana, in particular, was in great form, scoring a brilliant 96 off 61 balls. Her innings included 13 fours and two sixes, and she looked in complete control throughout her stay at the crease.
Voll, on the other hand, played a more subdued innings, scoring 54 off 42 balls. However, her knock was crucial in taking RCB over the line, and she remained unbeaten until the end.
In the end, RCB chased down the target in 18.2 overs, winning the match by eight wickets. The victory marked their fourth straight win in the tournament, and they now find themselves at the top of the points table.
The win was a testament to RCB’s impressive batting lineup, which has been in great form throughout the tournament. Mandhana, in particular, has been in exceptional touch, and her leadership has been a key factor in the team’s success.
The loss, on the other hand, was a setback for DC, who are now struggling to find consistency in the tournament. The team has been plagued by injuries and poor form, and they will need to regroup quickly if they are to make a comeback in the tournament.
Overall, the match was an exciting one, with both teams giving it their all. However, in the end, RCB’s superior batting lineup and impressive bowling performance proved to be the difference between the two teams.
As the tournament progresses, it will be interesting to see how RCB continues to perform. The team has been in great form, and they will be looking to carry this momentum forward in their upcoming matches.
For DC, on the other hand, the road ahead will be tough. The team needs to regroup quickly and find a way to overcome their struggles. With a few tweaks to their lineup and a bit of luck, they may still be able to turn their campaign around.
For now, though, RCB is the team to beat in the WPL 2026. With their impressive batting lineup and skilled bowling attack, they are looking like strong contenders for the title.
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