Royal Challengers Bangalore Celebrate First WPL Title with Victory Over Delhi Capitals

Mar, 16 2025

RCB's Dominant Performance Secures Maiden WPL Title

On March 17, 2024, at Delhi's bustling Arun Jaitley Stadium, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) clinched their first Women’s Premier League (WPL) title by defeating Delhi Capitals with a convincing eight-wicket win. It was a day of both triumph and reflection as Bangalore celebrated a historic victory, highlighting a perfect blend of strategic bowling and composed batting.

After winning the toss, Delhi Capitals chose to bat first, hoping to leverage their prior league-topping performance. However, things quickly turned south for them as RCB’s bowlers took charge. Shafali Verma, with a promising knock of 44 off 27 balls, stood out for Delhi but could not find sufficient support from her teammates. As wickets tumbled around her, the Capitals could post only a modest 113 in 18.3 overs.

Shreyanka Patil emerged as the star with the ball for RCB, finishing with remarkable figures of 4/12, ably supported by Sophie Molineux, who secured 3/15. Their precise and effective bowling dismantled Delhi’s lineup, turning the game firmly in RCB's favor.

RCB Steady in the Chase

RCB’s chase began confidently, with Sophie Devine and Smriti Mandhana laying a solid foundation with 32 and 31 runs, respectively. Their efforts ensured that RCB had the upper hand right from the start. As the innings progressed, it was Ellyse Perry who anchored the chase, staying unbeaten on 35, with Richa Ghosh providing valuable support, remaining not out on 17.

This composed batting performance from RCB ensured they reached their target, finishing at 115/2 with just three balls to spare. This victory not only gave RCB their first title but also marked a significant comeback after defeating Mumbai Indians in the eliminator.

While Delhi had shown dominance in the league stage, their batting collapse in the final mirrored their disappointment from 2023's final. Despite getting close, the elusive title still evades them. Meanwhile, RCB celebrated their well-deserved triumph, fueled by effective teamwork and strategic excellence.

Sophie Molineux was fittingly named Player of the Match for her crucial all-round performance. As celebrations ensued, RCB's win underscored the team’s resilience and adaptability in crucial moments, marking a new chapter in their WPL journey.