Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) made history on February 5, 2026, when their women’s team clinched the Women’s Premier League (WPL) title, defeating the Delhi Capitals by six wickets in a thrilling final at Kotambi Stadium. With this win, RCB now holds both the IPL and WPL trophies at the same time—a feat no other Indian cricket franchise has ever achieved.
Smriti Mandhana Leads Record Chase
Chasing a daunting 204-run target, the RCB women pulled off the highest-ever chase in WPL final history. Smriti Mandhana starred with a blistering 87 off just 41 balls, while her partner Georgia Voll added 79 from 54 deliveries.
Delhi Capitals had set the bar high with 203/4, the highest score ever in a WPL final, but RCB’s bowlers, led by Lauren Bell, ensured the contest stayed alive and competitive until the very end. The team reached the target with just two balls to spare, completing a dramatic and historic victory.
A Three-Year Trophy Run
This triumph continues a remarkable run for RCB:
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2024: RCB women won their first WPL title (also against Delhi Capitals)
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2025: RCB men won their first IPL title in 18 years, led by Rajat Patidar
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2026: RCB women claim their second WPL trophy
With these victories, RCB has dominated both top Indian T20 leagues for three consecutive years, cementing their reputation as a powerhouse franchise.
Fans Celebrate, Mandhana Wins Orange Cap
Fans celebrated wildly as RCB reversed years of heartbreak to become repeat champions. Mandhana’s blazing form throughout the season earned her the Orange Cap as the WPL’s top scorer, adding to the team’s historic success.
The famous RCB chant, “Ee Sala Cup Namde,” finally rang true once again, marking a milestone in Indian cricket history.