Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Smriti Mandhana motivated her team with the reminder that they were just one win away from the final before their match against UP Warriorz. This strategy proved successful as RCB secured an eight-wicket victory, securing a spot in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 final in Vadodara. Despite a strong start by UP Warriorz openers, RCB’s bowlers turned the game around, leading to a dominant performance.
Mandhana praised her team’s bowling performance, especially highlighting Grace’s impactful two crucial wickets in her first tournament appearance. She commended the collective effort of the bowlers, emphasizing the satisfaction of watching the team perform well. The RCB captain also emphasized the team’s composed approach, focusing on practicality over emotions, especially after recent setbacks.
Maintaining consistency in their messaging, the RCB support staff played a vital role in keeping the team focused during the crucial stage of the tournament. Mandhana stressed the importance of staying true to their game plan and not letting emotions affect their performance. With qualification secured, the team plans to take a short break before gearing up for the final next week, aiming for their second WPL title.
