Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues Lead Teams Into 2026 WPL Final Clash

Ahead of the 2026 Women's Premier League final in Vadodara, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Smriti Mandhana and Delhi Capitals (DC) captain Jemimah Rodrigues, longtime friends, prepare to face each other. RCB enjoyed a strong season start and used a week-long break in Goa to recharge, while Jemimah led DC's comeback after a slow start. Both captains emphasized team focus and resilience, with Mandhana aiming to equal Mumbai Indians' WPL titles and Rodrigues embracing her first leadership role in the tournament.