Delhi Capitals’ head coach, Jonathan Batty, expressed disappointment as his team faced their fourth consecutive final defeat in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026. Despite setting a record high first-innings score in Vadodara, the team fell short as Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second WPL title by successfully chasing down 204 runs. Batty praised the team’s batting performance but lamented ending up on the losing side once again.
Batty commended the team’s resilience in the final overs of the match, acknowledging their effort in taking the game down to the wire where Royal Challengers Bengaluru needed ten runs off the last over to secure victory. He highlighted the team’s fighting spirit and determination, despite the ultimate loss, emphasizing the highs and lows experienced throughout the season.
In particular, Batty applauded Jemimah Rodrigues for her leadership and performance throughout the tournament, especially noting her impactful captaincy debut. He praised Rodrigues for her energy, experience, and significant contributions with the bat, acknowledging her exceptional decision-making as captain. Batty expressed pride in Rodrigues’ growth as a leader and looked forward to her continued development in the coming years.
