The Women's Premier League final will take place on Thursday between two teams Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Delhi has reached the final for the fourth time in a row but is still searching for its first title. Royal Challengers Bangalore enters the final in strong form and aims to win the trophy for the second time.
Delhi Capitals Aim to Break the Final Jinx
- Delhi Capitals achieved three final appearances from 2023 to 2025 but they never won the championship throughout their three attempts. The team reached the final again this season after it changed its head coach and team management. The team selected Jemimah Rodrigues as its new captain after former captain Meg Lanning left the team.
- The team achieved four victories and four defeats during the league season. The team advanced to the final after defeating Gujarat Giants during the Eliminator match. Delhi’s main strength lies in its batting. The opening partnership of Lizelle Lee and Shafali Verma establishes fast scoring at the beginning of the match. Lizelle Lee made contributions to the team through her batting and wicketkeeping duties during the Eliminator match.
- The middle order includes reliable players such as Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Marizanne Kapp. Nandini Sharma and Sricharani have emerged as key bowlers through their performances. Nandini has taken important wickets at crucial stages. Delhi needs Marizanne Kapp and Shinnelle Henry to perform well in their bowling roles to succeed in the match.
Royal Challengers Bangalore Target Another Title
- Royal Challengers Bangalore won their first WPL championship in 2024 under the leadership of Smriti Mandhana. The team made a strong comeback in WPL-4 after they lost their first match of last season. RCB won its first five league matches and qualified directly for the playoffs. The team lost its next two matches but advanced to the final after defeating UP.
- The current season shows Captain Smriti Mandhana as RCB's top batsman because he has scored 290 runs. Grace Harris has scored 228 runs while Richa Ghosh has scored 183 runs which both players provide essential support to the team. The team will expect all three to perform in the final.
- Nadine de Klerk has taken 15 wickets through her eight matches as an all-rounder who delivers strong bowling performances. Lauren Bell has impressed in the power play while Shreyanka Patil and Radha Yadav have controlled the middle overs. Lauren Bell has produced 116 dot balls this season which RCB considers to be an essential component of her bowling skills.
Head-to-Head Record
- The teams of Delhi and Bangalore have competed against each other in nine WPL matches. Delhi has won six matches, while RCB has won three. RCB emerged victorious against Delhi during the 2024 final. During WPL-4 both teams won one match each in their two encounters.
- The final match will show whether Delhi can achieve its first championship victory or Royal Challengers Bangalore will win another title to add to their collection.
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