RCB Wins Maiden WPL T20 Title in Thrilling Final
Royal Challengers Bangalore capped off a remarkable Women’s Premier League (WPL) T20 campaign by defeating Delhi Capitals by eight wickets in the final at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Ellyse Perry’s all-round brilliance and Shreyanka Patil’s four-wicket haul led RCB to their first-ever WPL title, while Delhi Capitals fell short despite a strong start. The final showcased the depth of talent in the inaugural WPL season, with both teams battling fiercely for the coveted trophy.
Scorecard Highlights
Delhi Capitals: 113 all out (19.3 overs)
Shafali Verma 44, Jess Jonassen 23; Shreyanka Patil 4/16, Sophie Molineux 3/20
Royal Challengers Bangalore: 114/2 (18.3 overs)
Ellyse Perry 36*, Smriti Mandhana 25; Marizanne Kapp 1/20
Resurgent RCB Triumphs in Thrilling Final
After a shaky start, Royal Challengers Bangalore mounted a remarkable comeback to secure their maiden WPL T20 title. Ellyse Perry’s unbeaten 36 and a solid 25 from captain Smriti Mandhana steered RCB’s chase of 114, ensuring an eight-wicket victory.
Delhi’s Strong Start, RCB’s Fightback
Delhi Capitals got off to a flying start, with Shafali Verma’s 44 propelling them to 61/0 in the powerplay. However, RCB’s spin twins, Shreyanka Patil (4/16) and Sophie Molineux (3/20), triggered a collapse, bundling out Delhi for a modest 113.
Patil’s Purple Patch, Molineux’s Mastery
Shreyanka Patil was the star of the final, claiming four crucial wickets, including the prized scalp of Shafali Verma. The young spinner’s guile and control played a pivotal role in RCB’s triumph. Meanwhile, Sophie Molineux’s off-spin proved equally potent, with three wickets and economical bowling.
In the thrilling final of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) T20, Royal Challengers Bangalore clinched their maiden title by defeating Delhi Capitals by eight wickets. The highest score of the game was made by Shafali Verma of Delhi Capitals, who scored 44 runs. This victory was powered by Ellyse Perry’s heroics, who was the tournament’s leading run-scorer and scored an unbeaten 36 in the final, and Shreyanka Patil’s impressive 4-wicket haul. Royal Challengers Bangalore’s resurgent performance showcased the depth of talent in the inaugural WPL season, making their victory even more remarkable.
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Perry Powers RCB to Glory
Ellyse Perry, the tournament’s leading run-scorer, continued her stellar form, guiding RCB’s chase with a composed unbeaten 36. Her partnership with Smriti Mandhana laid the foundation, and she stayed till the end to hit the winning runs, capping off an outstanding individual season.
Mandhana’s Masterful Captaincy
Smriti Mandhana’s leadership and composure were instrumental in RCB’s success. Her tactical nous, coupled with her ability to lead from the front, inspired her team to overcome challenges and emerge victorious in the final.
