Royal Challengers Bengaluru booked their place in the final of the Women’s Premier League 2026 with a commanding eight-wicket victory over UP Warriorz at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. The result ensured RCB finished at the top of the league standings and qualified directly for the title clash.
Chasing a modest target of 144, RCB completed the task in just 13.1 overs, underlining their dominance in the contest.
UP Warriorz Struggle After Early Breakthroughs
Batting first, UP Warriorz were restricted to 143 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. Their innings was built around a fighting half-century from Deepti Sharma, who scored 55 runs, and a steady contribution of 41 from Meg Lanning.
Despite these efforts, UP Warriorz struggled to maintain momentum as wickets fell at regular intervals.
Nadine de Klerk Leads RCB Bowling Attack
The standout performer with the ball was Nadine de Klerk, who delivered a decisive spell, finishing with figures of 4 for 22. Her disciplined bowling kept the scoring in check and prevented UP Warriorz from posting a competitive total.
Support from the rest of the bowling unit ensured pressure remained on the batting side throughout the innings.
RCB Chase Sealed With Authority
In response, RCB approached the chase with intent from the outset. The batters made full use of the powerplay overs, scoring freely and keeping the required run rate well under control.
The target was achieved with minimal loss, reflecting the team’s confidence and form heading into the knockout stage.
League Stage Dominance
With this win, RCB finished the league phase with six victories from eight matches, securing the top position on the points table. The performance marks their second consecutive appearance in a WPL final.
The side had finished as runners-up in the 2024 season and will now look to convert consistency into a championship title.
Road to the Final
RCB will now await the winner of the Eliminator, scheduled for February 5, to determine their opponent in the final.
With strong performances across departments, RCB enter the final as one of the most balanced teams of the tournament.
