Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCBW) scripted history in the WPL Final 2026, pulling off the highest successful run chase in the tournament’s history to defeat Delhi Capitals Women by six wickets in a high-scoring contest.
Chasing a daunting target of 204, RCB rode on a sensational 165-run partnership between Smriti Mandhana and Georgia Voll, who combined to turn the final on its head after an early setback.
Batting first, Delhi Capitals put up a formidable 203/4, led by a fluent 57 from Jemimah Rodrigues. She found able support from Laura Wolvaardt (44) and Lizelle Lee (37) at the top, giving DC a strong platform.
RCB’s chase got off to a shaky start at 9/1, but what followed was a masterclass in controlled aggression. Mandhana and Voll counter-attacked with fearless strokeplay, dismantling DC’s bowling across all phases.
The duo added 165 runs off just 92 balls, registering the highest partnership for any wicket in WPL history. Mandhana anchored the innings with elegance and authority, while Voll matched her intent with powerful boundary-hitting, keeping the required rate well under control.
The win marked RCB’s second WPL title, and heartbreak continued for Delhi Capitals, who suffered defeat in a final for the fourth time
Here is the complete list of award winners and prize money from the Womens Premier League 2026
WPL 2026 Final Player of the Match
|
Award |
Winner |
Prize Money |
|
Player of the Match |
Smriti Mandhana (87 runs from 41 balls) |
2.5 Lakhs INR |
WPL 2026 Champions & Runners-up
|
Award |
Winner |
Prize Money |
|
Champions |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women |
INR 6 Crores |
|
Runners-up |
Delhi Capitals Women |
INR 3 Crores |
WPL 2026 Emerging player award
| Achievement | Player Name |
| Emerging player | Nandni Sharma |
WPL 2026 Player of the Tournament
| Achievement | Player Name | Prize Money |
| Player of the Tournament | Sophie Devine | 5 Lakhs INR |
WPL 2026 Highest Run-Scorer
|
Achievement |
Player Name |
|
Most Runs |
Smriti Mandhana (377 runs, 9 innings) |
WPL 2026 Most Sixes
|
Achievement |
Player Name |
|
Most Sixes |
Harmanpreet Kaur & Sophie Devine (13 sixes) |
WPL 2026 Highest Wicket-Taker
|
Achievement |
Player Name |
|
Most Wickets |
Sophie Devine(17 wickets, 9 innings) |
WPL 2026 Best Bowling Figures
|
Achievement |
Player Name |
|
Best Bowling Figures |
Shreyanka Patil (5-23) |
WPL 2026 Most Catches by a non-wicketkeeper
|
Achievement |
Player Name |
|
Most Catches |
Ashleigh Gardner (12) |
Womens Premier League 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| WPL 2026 | 4th edition |
| Season opener venue | Dr. DY Patil Sports academy, Navi Mumbai |
| Total group stage matches | 20 |
| Total matches played | 22 |
| Date of Final | February 5, 2026 |
| Duration of tournament | January 9 to Februaru 5, 2026 |
| Time of Final | 7:30 pm (IST) |
| Format | T20 |
| Total teams | 05 |
| Organizer | BCCI |
| Defending champions | India |
FAQs related to WPL 2026 Final
Who won the WPL 2026 Final?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Who won the Player of the Match in WPL 2026 Final?
Smriti Mandhana
Who won the Player of the Tournament in WPL 2026?
Sophie Devine
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