RCB record their fourth straight win in WPL 2026
The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) women’s team has been on a roll in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026, and their winning streak continued on Saturday as they defeated the Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight wickets in Navi Mumbai. This victory marked their fourth consecutive win in the tournament, solidifying their position as one of the top teams in the league.
The match began with DC winning the toss and opting to bat first. Their decision seemed to pay off initially, as opener Shafali Verma got off to a flying start, scoring a quick 62 runs off just 41 balls. Her innings included 11 fours and a six, setting the tone for the rest of the DC batting lineup. However, the RCB bowlers soon gained momentum, with Lauren Bell and Sayali Satghare picking up three wickets each to restrict DC to 166 runs in their 20 overs.
The RCB bowling attack was impressive, with Bell and Satghare being the standout performers. Bell’s three wickets came at an economy rate of 6.50, while Satghare’s three wickets had an economy rate of 5.75. The rest of the RCB bowlers also chipped in with crucial wickets, making it difficult for the DC batsmen to build any significant partnerships.
In response to DC’s 166, RCB got off to a strong start, thanks to their captain Smriti Mandhana. Mandhana, who has been in exceptional form throughout the tournament, scored a brilliant 96 runs off 61 balls, including 13 fours and a six. Her innings was a masterclass in batting, as she effortlessly glided past the DC bowlers, finding gaps and boundaries with ease.
Mandhana was well-supported by Georgia Voll, who scored an unbeaten 54 runs off 42 balls. Voll’s innings was a testament to her growing maturity as a batsman, as she played a patient and composed knock, rotating the strike and finding boundaries when necessary. The partnership between Mandhana and Voll was the key to RCB’s successful chase, as they added 114 runs for the second wicket, taking the team closer to the target.
RCB eventually chased down the 167-run target in 18.2 overs, with eight wickets in hand. The victory was a comprehensive one, with RCB dominating the match from start to finish. The win has taken RCB to the top of the WPL 2026 points table, with four wins from four matches.
The defeat was a setback for DC, who have struggled to find consistency in the tournament. Despite having a strong batting lineup, they have failed to click as a unit, leading to inconsistent performances. The loss to RCB has pushed them down to the fifth position in the points table, with two wins and three losses from five matches.
As the WPL 2026 continues to unfold, RCB will look to maintain their winning streak and solidify their position at the top of the table. With a strong batting lineup and a potent bowling attack, they are definitely one of the favorites to win the tournament. On the other hand, DC will need to regroup and find a way to click as a unit if they want to make a comeback in the tournament.
In conclusion, RCB’s win over DC was a convincing one, with the team showcasing their strength and depth. The partnership between Mandhana and Voll was the highlight of the match, and their batting performance will be remembered for a long time. As the tournament progresses, it will be interesting to see how RCB and DC fare, and which teams will eventually make it to the playoffs.
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