Smriti Mandhana Leads RCB to Second WPL Title with Record Chase Over Delhi Capitals

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their second Women's Premier League (WPL) title in 2026 by defeating Delhi Capitals (DC) by six wickets in Vadodara. Chasing a record 204, RCB's captain Smriti Mandhana scored a commanding 87 off 41 balls despite battling a severe flu and high fever, supported by Georgia Voll's 79. Their 165-run partnership set a WPL final record. Delhi Capitals, led by Jemimah Rodrigues' 57, finished runners-up for the fourth consecutive time. RCB's coach and teammates praised Mandhana's resilience and leadership amid personal challenges, while DC's coach and captain acknowledged their team's strong effort despite the loss.