Excitement peaks in Vadodara as Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru collide in the WPL 2026 summit clash at BCA Stadium. For DC, it’s a historic shot at their first title after three near-misses; for RCB, it’s about sealing a flawless tournament run.
DC clawed through tense qualifiers, sticking to a proven 13-player core without tweaks. Shafali and Lee’s fiery starts have been pivotal, remaining unbeaten in games with 50-plus partnerships. Nandini Sharma tops Indian bowlers with 16 wickets.
RCB’s dominance shone through six group wins. Smriti Mandhana’s consistency could propel them to a third trophy, bolstering her stature in Indian cricket. Grace Harris stepped up massively sans Perry, while potential inclusions like Poonam Vashtrakar and Prema Rawat add depth.
Tactically, RCB eyes specialist tweaks, contrasting DC’s continuity. Lauren Bell’s early strikes challenge DC’s openers, but powerplay aggression defines Delhi’s chases. RCB’s superior death overs and Vadodara’s spin-friendly grass pitch heighten intrigue.
As dew stays low, smart decisions will decide the champion. Can Delhi overcome the odds for glory, or will RCB’s momentum prevail in this star-studded finale featuring Jemimah-Smriti face-off?
