Smriti Mandhana’s impressive 96 runs led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a convincing eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in the Women’s Premier League. Despite falling short of a century, Mandhana’s performance set up RCB’s fourth consecutive victory, maintaining their unbeaten streak in the WPL 2026 points table.
In pursuit of 167 runs, RCB comfortably sealed the win with ten balls to spare, concluding their Navi Mumbai leg on a high note. Mandhana’s dismissal at 96 in 61 balls was a slight disappointment, denying the league its first century but contributing significantly to RCB’s triumph.
Choosing to bowl after winning the toss, Mandhana’s decision paid off for RCB as Lauren Bell and Sayali Satghare’s stellar bowling performances early on rattled Delhi Capitals. Bell’s three wickets and Satghare’s crucial contributions restricted DC to 166 runs. Shafali Verma’s aggressive 62 off 41 deliveries and Lucy Hamilton’s late cameo were notable efforts for DC, but RCB’s balanced bowling attack ensured their victory.
