RCB record their fourth straight win in WPL 2026
The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) women’s team continued their impressive run in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026, defeating the Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight wickets in Navi Mumbai on Saturday. 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 impressive knock included 11 fours and a six, setting the tone for the rest of the DC innings. However, the RCB bowlers managed to restrict the flow of runs, with Lauren Bell and Sayali Satghare picking up three wickets each. The DC team eventually posted a total of 166 runs in their 20 overs, a competitive but achievable target for the RCB batsmen.
The RCB chase was led by their captain, Smriti Mandhana, who played a magnificent innings of 96 runs off 61 balls. Her knock included 13 fours and two sixes, as she dominated the DC bowlers from the outset. Mandhana was well-supported by her opening partner, Georgia Voll, who scored an unbeaten 54 runs off 42 balls. The two batsmen formed a strong partnership, putting on 123 runs for the first wicket and laying the foundation for the RCB win.
The RCB team eventually achieved the target of 167 runs in just 18.2 overs, losing only two wickets in the process. Their victory was a testament to their strong batting lineup and the impressive form of their captain, Smriti Mandhana. With this win, RCB has moved up the points table and is now one of the top contenders for the WPL 2026 title.
The DC team, on the other hand, will be disappointed with their performance, particularly with the bat. Despite a strong start from Shafali Verma, they were unable to capitalize on their momentum and posted a below-par total. Their bowlers also struggled to contain the RCB batsmen, with Mandhana and Voll taking them apart with ease.
The WPL 2026 has been an exciting tournament so far, with several teams competing for the top spots. The RCB team has been one of the most impressive, with their strong batting lineup and disciplined bowling attack making them a force to be reckoned with. As the tournament progresses, it will be interesting to see how the other teams respond to the challenge posed by RCB and whether they can maintain their winning streak.
In conclusion, the RCB team’s victory over DC was a dominating performance, with their batsmen and bowlers both contributing to the win. With four consecutive victories, they are now one of the top teams in the WPL 2026, and their fans will be hoping that they can continue this momentum and lift the trophy at the end of the tournament.
Match Details:
- Match: Delhi Capitals Women vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Women, 11th Match
- Date: Saturday
- Venue: Navi Mumbai
- Toss: DC won the toss and opted to bat
- DC Score: 166/20 overs
- RCB Score: 167/2 in 18.2 overs
- Result: RCB won by 8 wickets