A golden cricket championship trophy sitting on a podium at center field of Kotambi Stadium Vadodara under floodlights with falling confetti to celebrate the WPL 2026 Final victory.

RCB Women Crowned WPL 2026 Champions: Mandhana and Voll Script Historic Chase in Vadodara

February 5, 2026

The Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara witnessed a high-octane finale to the 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Women pulled off a stunning 6-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) Women. Chasing a daunting target of 204, RCB’s composure under pressure saw them lift the trophy with just two balls to spare.

Match Summary: RCB Women vs DC Women WPL 2026 Final

DC Women: 203/4 (20.0 Overs)
RCB Women: 204/4 (19.4 Overs)
Result: RCB Women won by 6 wickets.
Player of the Match: Georgia Voll / Smriti Mandhana

DC Innings: A Powerhouse Start and a Finishing Kick

Winning the toss and electing to field first, RCB were immediately put on the back foot by the DC openers. Despite losing Shafali Verma (20 off 13) in the Powerplay, the Capitals maintained a frantic scoring rate.

The Jemimah-Wolvaardt Show

Skipper Jemimah Rodrigues led from the front, smashing a brilliant 57 off 37 balls. She found a steady partner in Laura Wolvaardt, who anchored the middle overs with a classy 44 off 25. However, the real momentum shift came in the final overs.

Chinelle Henry’s Late Blitz

When Jemimah fell in the 16th over, DC looked set for a score around 180. Chinelle Henry had other plans. Her explosive 35 off just 15 balls* (SR 233.33) propelled Delhi past the 200-run mark, setting what many thought was a match-winning total of 203/4.

The Chase: Mandhana and Voll’s Masterclass

The chase began on a disastrous note for RCB as Grace Harris fell for just 9 in the second over. What followed, however, was a record-breaking partnership that defined the final.

The 165-Run Stand

Smriti Mandhana (87 off 41) and Georgia Voll (79 off 54) dismantled the DC bowling attack. Mandhana was particularly aggressive, striking at over 212 and clearing the ropes 6 times. Voll played the perfect foil, rotating strike and finding boundaries at will.

By the time Voll departed in the 17th over, the score was 174, and RCB were firmly in control.

Final Over Drama

Delhi attempted a late comeback, dismissing Richa Ghosh and the set Mandhana in quick succession. With the game hanging in the balance, Radha Yadav showed nerves of steel, smashing 12 off 5 balls to seal the title for Bengaluru with 2 balls remaining.

Key Performance Highlights

Player	Performance	Impact
Smriti Mandhana	87 (41)	The backbone of the chase; silenced critics in the final.
Georgia Voll	79 (54)	Provided the stability and power needed in a 200+ chase.
Jemimah Rodrigues	57 (37)	Top-scored for DC, ensuring a competitive total.
Chinelle Henry	35* (15) & 2/34	The best all-round effort on the night for DC.
Lauren Bell	4-0-19-0	Despite no wickets, she was the only economical bowler (4.75 ER).

Where the Match was Won and Lost

The Powerplay Difference: While DC scored 53 in their Powerplay, RCB replied with 59, despite losing an early wicket.
The Mid-Innings Partnership: The 165-run stand between Mandhana and Voll took the game away from Delhi. DC’s spinners, usually their strength, failed to break through when it mattered most.
Bowling Discipline: DC conceded 10 wides, which proved costly in a game decided by the final over. In contrast, RCB’s Lauren Bell kept things tight at the start to prevent a 220+ score.

Final Verdict

The WPL 2026 Final lived up to the hype, showcasing the incredible growth of women’s cricket. RCB’s ability to chase down 204 in a final is a testament to their depth and the leadership of Smriti Mandhana. For Delhi Capitals, it’s a case of “so close yet so far” as they failed to defend a massive total at the Kotambi Stadium.

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