The stage is set for a blockbuster finale Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) face to face Delhi Capitals (DC) in the year WPL 2026 Final. After a tough league stage and a high-stakes Eliminator, these two powerhouses meet at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara to decide who will lift the trophy.
Team uniform and travel
RCB: The champions of the 2024 season were the winning team this season. led Smriti MandhanaRCB qualified directly for the finals and finished first in the tournament table with 6 wins out of 8 matches. Their campaign has been defined by clinical consistency and a balanced attack that doesn’t rely on just one or two stars.
DC: Delhi continue their remarkable streak of reaching the final in every edition of the WPL. However, they are still in the hunt for the maiden title. After a rough start to the season, Rodrogue and his team found its rhythm at the right time. They qualified for the finals after a dominant win over 7 goalkeepers Giants of Gujarat In the eliminator.
Players to watch out for
RCB
- Smriti Mandhana (c): Leading light of the tournament for RCB with 290 runs this season. He earlier conceded a dull century (96) against Delhi and will be eager to anchor the innings on the big stage.
- Nadine de Klerk: A true match-winner with the ball, he excelled in the middle overs, often breaking important partnerships and maintaining tight economy.
- Lauren Bell: The English pacer was in ‘desired form’ scoring 12 wickets in 8 games. His ability to swing early will be the biggest threat to Delhi’s top order.
DC
- Shafali Verma: Known for his explosive starts, Shafali’s ability to take the game away in the Powerplay is legendary. He is coming into the final after a blistering half-century in the league stage against RCB.
- Lizelle Lee: The veteran South African has been a pillar of strength for DC’s batting. His experience in high-pressure pursuits makes him the “engine room” of the Capitals’ lineup.
- Nandani Sharma: One of the bright stars of the season, Nandani has been DC’s leading wicket-taker. His ability to score at the death can make the difference.
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Stream and Live Streaming details
- India: Star Sports Network; JioHotstar
- Australia: fox cricket; You Sports
- USA and Canada: Sling TV – Willow TV (Sign Up Here)
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket
- South Africa and Sub-Saharan regions: SuperSport
- New Zealand: Sky Sports 1
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This article was originally published here WomenCricket.coma Cricket Times company.
