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Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Record Chase Seals the WPL Championship
Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered a confident, high‑tempo performance in the WPL Championship match, successfully chasing 204 to defeat Delhi Capitals by six wickets. The contest carried the intensity expected from two sides with contrasting histories, with Delhi seeking a long-awaited title and Bengaluru aiming to build on their growing momentum. This was a finale that promised fans an opportunity to Celebrate, Explore, Connect!
Delhi Capitals Build a Strong Total
Delhi began with purpose, reaching 203/4 through a combination of control and late acceleration.
- Jemimah Rodrigues anchored the innings with a composed fifty that steadied the middle phase.
- Chinelle Henry added crucial power in the closing overs, giving Delhi a total that looked imposing on a surface offering true bounce.
The scoreline suggested pressure for RCB, but the chase unfolded with a different rhythm.
Delhi Capitals Build a Strong Total
Delhi began with purpose, reaching 203/4 through a combination of control and late acceleration.
- Jemimah Rodrigues anchored the innings with a composed fifty that steadied the middle phase.
- Chinelle Henry added crucial power in the closing overs, giving Delhi a total that looked imposing on a surface offering true bounce.
The scoreline suggested pressure for RCB, but the chase unfolded with a different rhythm.
Mandhana and Voll Shift the Match
RCB’s reply gained traction early, but the defining stretch came through the partnership between Smriti Mandhana and Georgia Voll. Their stand of 165 runs reshaped the match, turning a steep target into a manageable one through clean ball-striking and sharp running.
- Mandhana’s 87 off 41 set the tone, mixing placement with assertive strokeplay.
- Voll’s 79 off 54 provided stability and ensured the innings never drifted.
By the time the partnership ended, Bengaluru had full control of the chase.
How WPL prize payouts stack up against the IPL
RCB got Rs 6 Crore as winners of the WPL final, which is exactly what the winners of the WPL 2025 final (Mumbai Indians) received.
The gap between the two leagues is substantial. The RCB men’s side earned ₹20 crore for winning the IPL in 2025, while the RCB women’s team received ₹6 crore for winning the WPL in 2026, less than one‑third of the IPL champion’s payout.
Individual awards show an even larger financial gap. IPL winners of the Orange Cap and Purple Cap receive ₹10 lakh, while the WPL awards for the same categories are ₹5 lakh. The gap widens for honours such as Emerging Player and Most Valuable Player, where IPL payouts remain significantly higher than those in the WPL.
The Finish and Its Significance
RCB reached 204/4 in 19.4 overs, securing their second WPL title. Delhi, meanwhile, faced another difficult ending to a season after reaching multiple finals without converting one into a championship.
The match stands out for the scale of the chase, the quality of the batting, and the composure shown under scoreboard pressure. It also reinforces Mandhana’s growing influence as a leader and performer in high-stakes games.
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