WPL 2024 Final RCB VS DC : Royal Challengers Lift WPL 2024 Title By 8 Wickets !!

In a stunning display of cricket, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) clinched their maiden Women’s Premier League (WPL) title by defeating the Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 2024 final. The match, held at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, saw RCB chase down a modest target of 114 runs with eight wickets in hand. The victory was set up by RCB’s bowlers, who, led by Shreyanka Patil’s exceptional 4/12 and Sophie Molineux’s 3/20, dismantled the DC batting lineup, restricting them to 113 all out in 18.3 overs. 

The DC had a promising start with Shafali Verma’s aggressive 44 off 27 balls, but their innings crumbled from 64 for no loss to 113 all out, as RCB’s spinners spun a web around them3. In response, RCB’s batting was anchored by the experienced Ellyse Perry, who remained not out on 35, guiding her team to victory 3. Smriti Mandhana, the RCB captain, and Sophie Devine also contributed significantly with scores of 31 and 32, respectively.

This triumph was not just about the numbers; it was a statement of intent from a team that had shown promise throughout the tournament. RCB’s journey to the title was a testament to their resilience and team spirit, which shone through in the final. The win was particularly sweet as it ended the wait for a major trophy for the franchise, which had seen their male counterparts come close but never quite cross the finish line in the IPL.

The WPL final was a showcase of women’s cricket at its best, with a packed stadium and millions watching around the world. RCB’s victory celebrated the sport’s growth and the increasing recognition of women’s contributions to cricket. As the RCB players lifted the WPL trophy, they not only raised the bar for future tournaments but also inspired countless young girls to dream big and aim for the stars in the world of cricket.