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Delhi Capitals End RCB's Unbeaten Run with Dominant 7-Wicket WPL Victory

The Delhi Capitals secured a commanding seven-wicket victory over the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, handing RCB their first loss of the WPL 2026 season. Batting first, RCB were bundled out for just 109 runs, with captain Smriti Mandhana top-scoring with 38. In reply, Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten 42 guided Delhi to the target in just 15.4 overs. The win propelled the Jemimah Rodrigues-led Capitals to second place in the WPL standings.

Key Points: Delhi Capitals Beat RCB by 7 Wickets in WPL 2026

  • Delhi Capitals end RCB's unbeaten run
  • RCB bowled out for 109
  • Laura Wolvaardt's match-winning 42*
  • Nandni Sharma takes 3 wickets for DC
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WPL: Delhi Capitals win by seven wickets, end Royal Challengers Bengaluru's unbeaten run

Delhi Capitals defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 7 wickets, ending RCB's unbeaten streak in the Women's Premier League 2026 season.

"Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten 42 off 38 deliveries took her side to chase down the target in 15.4 overs."

Vadodara, January 24

Delhi Capitals put up a dominating show at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi as they registered a seven-wicket win over the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

RCB had not been defeated in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 season and this was their first loss.

With this victory, the Jemimah Rodrigues-led Delhi Capitals jumped to the second spot in the ongoing WPL tournament. They have six points from six matches (three wins and three losses) and a negative Net Run Rate (NRR) of 0.169.

The Smriti Mandhana's Bengaluru continued to lead with 10 points from six matches. The Bengaluru-based franchise has secured five victories and one loss, with a positive NRR of 1.236.

After being asked to bat first, Royal Challengers Bengaluru were bundled out for just 109 in 20 overs.

Captain Smriti Mandhana played a fighting knock of 38 runs off 34 deliveries, including six fours and one maximum. However, Georgia Voll (11 off 14 deliveries) and Radha Yadav (18 off 17 balls, with the help of one six) failed to convert their starts.

For the Delhi Capitals, Nandni Sharma took a three-wicket haul (3/26). Speedster Marizanne Kapp (2/17), Minnu Mani (2/18) and Chinelle Henry (2/22) took two wickets apiece.

Chasing a 110-run target, openers Shafali Verma (16 off eight deliveries, including four boundaries) and Lizelle Lee ( six off eight balls, with the help of one four) failed to score runs.

However, Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten 42 off 38 deliveries, including four boundaries and one six, took her side to a chase down the target in 15.4 overs.

Apart from her, captain Jemimah Rodrigues (24 off 26 balls, four boundaries) and Marizanne Kapp (19* off 15 balls, three fours) contributed with the bat.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan, it's great to see such competition. RCB was bound to lose one, but their position at the top is still very strong. Laura Wolvaardt played a brilliant, calm innings under pressure.
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Priya S
Feeling sad for Smriti Mandhana. She fought a lone battle. 109 all out is just not enough on any ground. The middle order completely collapsed. They need to fix this before the playoffs.
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Vikram M
Jemimah's captaincy was spot on! Using the bowlers in the right spells. But Delhi's top order is still a worry. Shafali and Lee getting out cheaply is becoming a pattern. Need more consistency.
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Rohit P
What a bowling performance! Bundling out RCB for 109 is no joke. The WPL is getting more exciting by the day. The quality of women's cricket in India has improved so much. Proud moment! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
Respectful criticism: The article mentions the negative NRR for Delhi. While they won, that's a serious concern for their playoff chances. They need to win big in upcoming matches to improve it.

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