RCB takes WPL 2026 title with historic chase
RCB secured their second WPL title with a record-breaking run chase, recording the highest successful run chase in the tournament’s history. Chasing down a tough target, RCB showed composure and attacking intent in equal measure, sealing the win with two balls to spare and sparking celebrations among players and fans.
Delhi Capitals Women produced an impressive batting display first, posting 203 for four in their 20 overs to post a match-winning total. Jemimah Rodrigues anchored the innings with a fluent 57 off 37 balls, striking the perfect balance between aggression and stability.
The Capitals’ innings was further boosted by valuable contributions from Laura Wolvaardt and Lizelle Lee, who ensured the scoring rate never dipped. In the final overs, Chinelle Henry provided the late flourish, smashing 35 off just 15 deliveries to take Delhi past the 200-run mark.
RCB’s response was led by an excellent captain’s knock from Smriti Mandhana, who scored a whopping 87 off 41 balls. Her innings set the tone early and kept the required run rate firmly under control. She found an ideal partner in Georgia Voll, who played a mature and composed stroke of 79 from 54 balls.
The duo put together a match-defining partnership of 165 runs for the second wicket, effectively tilting the match decisively in RCB’s favour. This position came next RCB lost Grace Harris earlymaking the recovery even more impressive.
Delhi Capitals attempted a late comeback by picking up three quick wickets during the 17th, 18th and 19th overs, briefly injecting tension into the chase. However, RCB’s lower order remained calm and ensured that the target was overhauled without the need for any further heroics.
The win also saw a significant increase in prize money for RCB, making the title win even sweeter for the Mandhana-led team.
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WPL 2026 Final: Full list of award winners and prize money
| Price | Winner | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| WPL 2026 Champion | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | ₹ 6 crores |
| Runners-up | Capitals of Delhi | ₹ 3 crores |
| MVP of the year | Sophie Devine | ₹ 5 lakhs |
| Orange cap | Smriti Mandhana | ₹ 5 lakhs |
| Purple cap | Sophie Devine | ₹ 5 lakhs |
| Most Sixes | Harmanpreet Kaur | ₹ 5 lakhs |
| Most point balls | Lauren Bell | ₹ 5 lakhs |
| Most IQ of the year | Sophie Devine | ₹ 5 lakhs |
| Best pass rate | Grace Harris | ₹ 5 lakhs |
| Emerging Player of the Year | Nandini Sharma | ₹ 5 lakhs |
| Fairplay award | Mumbai Indians | ₹ 5 lakhs |
| Player of the match (final) | Smriti Mandhana | ₹ 2.5 lakhs |
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This article was first published on WomenCricket.coma Cricket Times company.
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