The Women’s Premier League 2026 final is set to deliver high drama at BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara. Delhi Capitals, chasing their maiden WPL trophy, face a formidable Royal Challengers Bengaluru side eager to cap off a dominant campaign with silverware.
Delhi’s journey to the final has been a rollercoaster of close calls and do-or-die battles. This marks their fourth attempt at glory, with immense pressure on the squad to finally break through. Key performers like Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues will lead the charge, supported by international firepower from Marizanne Kapp.
RCB, topping the group stage with six wins from eight, enters brimming with confidence. Smriti Mandhana’s leadership and Grace Harris’s explosive batting—boasting a strike rate of 181—have been game-changers. Despite Alice Perry’s absence, the team adapted seamlessly.
The opening duel pits Shafali Verma and Lizelle Lee’s aggressive powerplay against Lauren Bell’s new-ball threat. Delhi thrives when chasing big totals, especially with 50-plus stands from their openers. RCB’s death bowling, with an economy of 8.27, gives them an edge over Delhi’s 8.37.
Pitch conditions favor spinners with a grassy layer, and minimal dew could keep things balanced. Will RCB maintain their streak, or will Delhi script history? The stage is set for Jemimah Rodrigues and Smriti Mandhana to blend rivalry with camaraderie in this blockbuster showdown.