Delhi Capitals Poised for WPL Glory Against RCB in Final Showdown

The Women's Premier League final is set to feature a thrilling matchup between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Former cricketer Saba Karim believes that Delhi has the upper hand this season, showcasing a strong squad led by Jemimah Rodrigues. After a rocky start, DC has shown resilience, securing their spot in the final with impressive performances. As they aim for their first WPL trophy, the excitement builds for this grand finale. Will they finally overcome their past hurdles? Read on to discover more about the teams and expert insights ahead of the match.

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 5, 2026, 15:51 IST

WPL Final Preview: Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru

As the Women's Premier League (WPL) final approaches, former Indian cricketer Saba Karim has expressed that the Delhi Capitals (DC) appear to be the stronger team compared to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on paper. The grand finale of the fourth season is set to take place today at the Vadodara International Cricket Stadium.

Delhi Capitals' Path to the Final

The Delhi franchise is eager to secure its first WPL trophy after finishing as runners-up in the last three finals. This season, they are led by Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues, whose determination has been a highlight amid a fluctuating tournament. DC began with two losses but bounced back with a victory over UPW, followed by another defeat, marking a challenging first half. They then achieved consecutive wins against the formidable Mumbai Indians (MI) and RCB, before facing another setback against the Gujarat Giants. However, a crucial win over UPW secured their place in the eliminator, where they convincingly chased down 169 runs against GG, thanks to a stellar partnership between Lizelle Lee and Shafali Verma.

Insights from Saba Karim

In a discussion on JioHotstar, Saba Karim highlighted the consistency of the Delhi Capitals, noting their presence in all previous finals, albeit without a win. He believes that this season could mark a turning point for them. Karim praised the positive team environment and expressed confidence that Delhi has addressed all necessary aspects ahead of the finals. He remarked, "This is the fourth season of the TATA WPL, and the Delhi Capitals have been the most consistent team. The finals have been a significant hurdle for them, possibly due to nerves or execution. However, this is a golden opportunity with a new captain and a strong team atmosphere. I believe they have all bases covered and are better equipped than RCB on paper. Both teams are strong, and it will be interesting to see who prevails in this friendly rivalry."

Team Lineups

Delhi Capitals Women Squad

Lizelle Lee(w), Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues(c), Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry, Niki Prasad, Sneh Rana, Minnu Mani, Shree Charani, Nandani Sharma, Alana King, Taniya Bhatia, Lucy Hamilton, Pragati Singh, Eddla Srujana.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Squad

Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana(c), Georgia Voll, Richa Ghosh(w), Radha Yadav, Nadine de Klerk, Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Sayali Satghare, Shreyanka Patil, Lauren Bell, Linsey Smith, Dayalan Hemalatha, Prathyoosha Kumar, Gautami Naik, Prema Rawat.