Archive · 25 Jan 2026
DC Defeats RCB in WPL 2026
The 15th match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 saw Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) take on Delhi Capitals (DC) at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on January 24, 2026.
RCB, who were at the top of the points table, faced DC, who needed a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.
DC won the match by seven wickets, ending RCB's unbeaten streak.
DC's Laura Wolvaardt scored an unbeaten 42, and Jemimah Rodrigues contributed 24 runs to help DC chase down the target of 110 runs with 26 balls to spare.
RCB's Smriti Mandhana top-scored with 38 runs, but the team was bowled out for 109.
DC's bowlers, led by Nandani Sharma with three wickets, played a crucial role in restricting RCB.
The match was telecast live on the Star Sports Network and streamed on JioHotstar.
With this win, DC moved to second place in the points table, while RCB remained at the top.
DC defeated RCB by seven wickets in the 15th match of WPL 2026.
RCB was bowled out for 109 runs, with Smriti Mandhana top-scoring with 38.
DC chased down the target of 110 runs with 26 balls to spare, with Laura Wolvaardt scoring an unbeaten 42.
DC's Nandani Sharma took three wickets, while Marizanne Kapp, Minnu Mani, and Chinelle Henry took two wickets each.
The win propelled DC to second place in the points table with six points, while RCB remained at the top with 10 points.
- Who
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Delhi Capitals (DC)
- What
- 15th match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026
- When
- Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST
- Where
- BCA Stadium, Kotambi (Vadodara)
- Why
- RCB is aiming for a direct entry into the final, while DC is fighting to keep their playoff hopes alive.
RCB's Perspective
DC's Perspective
Playoff Qualification
RCB's Perspective
RCB is already in a strong position to qualify for the playoffs, needing just one more win to secure their spot.
DC's Perspective
DC is under pressure to win to keep their playoff hopes alive, as a loss could significantly damage their chances.
Recent Form
RCB's Perspective
RCB has been unbeaten and is currently at the top of the points table.
DC's Perspective
DC has struggled with their batting against pace and needs to improve to compete effectively.
Head-to-Head
RCB's Perspective
RCB has gained momentum, winning three of the last four encounters against DC.
DC's Perspective
DC dominated early, winning their first four WPL meetings against RCB since 2023.
- Match Date
- Saturday, January 24, 2026
- Match Venue
- BCA Stadium, Kotambi (Vadodara)
- Toss Time
- 7:00 PM IST
- Match Start Time
- 7:30 PM IST
- Live Telecast
- Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming
- JioHotstar app and website
- RCB Captain
- Smriti Mandhana
- DC Captain
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- RCB Points
- 10
- DC Points
- 6
- RCB Total
- 109
- DC Total
- 111/3
- RCB Top Scorer
- Smriti Mandhana (38)
- DC Top Scorer
- Laura Wolvaardt (42*)
- RCB Bowling
- Sayali Satghare 2/18, Radha Yadav 1/20
- DC Bowling
- Nandani Sharma 3/26, Marizanne Kapp 2/17, Minnu Mani 2/18, Chinelle Henry 2/22, Shree Charani 1/20
Sources
WPL 2026 RCB vs DC Live Streaming: When and where to watch Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals
RCB vs DC WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals win toss, opt to bowl against Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Women’s Premier League 2026 Points Table and Playoff Qualification Scenarios Explained
Delhi Capitals bowl Royal Challengers Bengaluru out for 109
WPL scoreboard: RCB vs DC
WPL 2026: Henry, Minnu come in as Delhi Capitals elect to bowl first against RCB, Arundhati is back
RCB Vs DC, WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals' Snap Smriti Mandhana & Co's Winning Run, Seal Dominating 7-Wicket To Keep Playoff Hopes Alive
WPL: DC stun RCB, snap five-match streak in style
WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals outclass RCB to hand them first defeat of season
WPL 2026, RCB-W vs DC-W: Here's how both captains reacted after the game
WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals Defeat RCB, Nandni Sharma Claims Purple Cap
WPL 2026: Clinical Delhi Capitals snap Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s perfect start with 7-wicket win
RCB Vs DC, WPL 2026: Who Won Yesterday's WPL Match?
WPL: RCB look to bounce back in clash with MI
WPL 2026: 'Support from seniors gives me confidence,' says purple cap holder DC pacer Nandni
WPL 2026: We executed our plans really well on this surface, says DC’s Minnu Mani
