WPL 2024: RCB breaks jinx! Clinches maiden trophy by defeating Delhi Capitals in final

The jinx has been broken! Yes, RCB will have a shining trophy in their cabinet. RBC has put an end to their title drought at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. In the Women's Premier League (WPL) final Royal Challengers Bangalore Women has clinched victory against Delhi Capitals Women on a blockbuster Sunday. 

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) secured the thumping victory against Delhi Capitals (DC) with a dominant display of spin bowling. RCB's clinical performance saw them chase down a modest target of 113 runs set by DC, claiming an 8-wicket win and lifting their first WPL trophy.

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— Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) March 17, 2024

Masterful spin display

RCB's victory was anchored by brilliant spin bowling performance that restricted DC to a meager total of 113 runs. Led by skipper Smriti Mandhana, RCB's spin attack, spearheaded by Shreyanka Patil, applied relentless pressure on DC's batting lineup, leading to a sensational collapse.

RCB's confident chase

Chasing a relatively small target, RCB's openers, Smriti Mandhana and Sophie Devine, laid a solid foundation with a 49-run partnership. Despite a brief wobble after Mandhana's dismissal, veteran Ellyse Perry steadied the ship, guiding RCB to victory with a composed innings.

DC's early promise fizzles out

DC's innings started with promise as their opening pair, Meg Lanning and Shafali Verma, launched an aggressive assault on RCB's bowlers. However, a brilliant three-wicket over from Sophie Molineux turned the tide in RCB's favor, triggering a collapse that saw DC slump from 64/0 to 113 all out.

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— Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) March 17, 2024

Spin dominance

RCB's spinners, particularly Shreyanka Patil, showcased their prowess by dismantling DC's middle and lower order. Patil's exceptional bowling figures of 4-12 reflected RCB's spin choke that proved decisive in clinching the title.