Match Details:
- Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Delhi Capitals Women( RCB-W vs DC-W ), Final Match, Women’s Premier League 2026
- Date and Time: February 5, 02:00 pm GMT / 08:00 pm BD / 07:30 pm local time
- Venue: BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
RCB-W vs DC-W Tips & Match Prediction:
Who will win the toss? – Delhi Capitals WomenWho will win the match? – Royal Challengers Bengaluru WomenRoyal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Delhi Capitals Women Preview:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women( RCB-W ) is set to face Delhi Capitals Women( DC-W ) in their Final match during the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at BCA Stadium on Thursday, February 5.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women have booked their place in the final after a strong league campaign, winning six of their eight matches. They did hit a small bump with consecutive defeats, but the response was spot on—an emphatic eight-wicket win over UP Warriorz in their final league game. That kind of finish should have them brimming with confidence.
The batting unit has been the backbone of their success. Captain Smriti Mandhana has led from the front, piling up 290 runs in eight matches at a strike rate of 142. With an average of 48.33, she’s been both consistent and aggressive, and another fluent 30-plus score wouldn’t surprise anyone.
Grace Harris has been equally destructive, blasting 228 runs in eight outings at a scorching strike rate of 181. Her fast starts have regularly eased the pressure on those coming in later.
What really sets RCB apart is the depth in their batting. Georgia Voll, Nadine de Klerk, and Richa Ghosh give them serious muscle at the back end, capable of changing games in a matter of overs. Richa, in particular, has been outstanding—third on the tournament’s run chart with 183 runs from seven games, striking at 154.
Their bowling has held up well too. De Klerk has been the standout, picking up 15 wickets while keeping things tight at 7.25 an over. Lauren Bell and Shreyanka Patil have chipped in with 23 wickets between them, while Sayali Satghare has made the most of her chances, taking eight wickets in five matches at 8.52.
Delhi Capitals Women reached the final by producing their best performance at the right time, chasing down 169 against Gujarat Giants in the Eliminator with seven wickets in hand and plenty of overs to spare. Their journey hasn’t been smooth, but that win could be the spark they need going into the final.
Lizelle Lee has been their most reliable run-getter, scoring 283 runs in nine innings at an average of 31.44 and a strike rate of 142. She’s been consistently getting starts, and another 25–30 run contribution feels likely.
Laura Wolvaardt has backed her up well with 273 runs at a strike rate of 130.62, while Jemimah Rodrigues has added valuable middle-order stability with 207 runs at 139.
At the top, Shafali Verma sets the tone. She goes hard from ball one and has racked up 239 runs, doing most of her damage inside the Powerplay with her all-out attacking approach.
In the bowling department, Nandni Sharma leads the way with 16 wickets at 8.08 an over, closely followed by Shree Charani, who has 14 at 7.85. Marizanne Kapp and Chinelle Henry add experience and depth, sharing 22 wickets between them and giving Delhi plenty of options regardless of the opposition.
RCB-W vs DC-W Possible Playing XI:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women: Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana(c), Georgia Voll, Radha Yadav, Richa Ghosh(w), Nadine de Klerk, Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Sayali Satghare, Shreyanka Patil, Lauren Bell.
Delhi Capitals Women: Lizelle Lee(w), Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues(c), Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry, Niki Prasad, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Nandani Sharma.
RCB-W vs DC-W Recent 5 Match Performance:
RCB-W vs DC-W Head-To-Head Records:
| Stats | Match | RCB-W Won | DC-W Won | NR | Tie |
| Overall | 9 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Recent 5 Matches | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
RCB-W vs DC-W Toss Prediction:
We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.
RCB-W vs DC-W Pitch Report:
The pitch at BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara usually offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers can get some early movement and bounce with the new ball, making the initial overs important for batters to play carefully. As the match progresses, the surface tends to settle and become more batting-friendly, allowing players to play their shots with confidence and build partnerships. In the later stages, spinners may find some assistance as the pitch slows down slightly, especially if they bowl with good control and variations. Overall, the wicket generally produces competitive scores and rewards teams that adapt well to the conditions.
RCB-W vs DC-W Weather Report:
The weather at BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara on February 5 around 7:30 PM local time is expected to be pleasant and match-friendly. Skies should remain mostly clear with no threat of rain, ensuring uninterrupted play. Temperatures are likely to hover between 24–26°C, offering comfortable conditions after sunset. Humidity will be moderate and may rise as the night progresses, which could bring some dew into play later on. Winds are expected to be light, so overall, it looks like a good evening for cricket under lights.
Expected Scores:
1st Innings: 160–175 runs2nd Innings: 150–165 runsKey Notes:
The BCA Stadium pitch generally offers good value for shots, especially in the first half of the innings.
Teams batting first can target 160+ with a strong Powerplay and smart use of the death overs.
Dew is likely to play a role in the second innings, making chasing slightly easier under lights.
Bowlers who rely on variations and cutters are expected to be more effective than pure pace.
Winning the toss and opting to bowl first could be an advantage in this final.Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs Delhi Capitals Women Full Squad:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women: Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh (wk), Georgia Voll, Gautami Naik, Grace Harris, Nadine de Klerk, Pooja Vastrakar, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil, Arundhati Reddy, Lauren Bell, D Hemalatha, Sayali Satghare, Prema Rawat, Linsey Smith, Kumar Prathyoosha.
Delhi Capitals Women: Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Taniya Bhatia (wk), M Mamatha (wk), Laura Wolvaardt, Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry, Lizelle Lee, Alana King, Lucy Hamilton, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Deeya Yadav, Niki Prasad, Nandani Sharma.
