The Women’s Premier League 2024 final witnessed an enthralling clash between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), with RCB emerging victorious by eight wickets in New Delhi.
In a captivating showdown, RCB’s bowlers delivered a stellar performance to restrict Delhi to a modest total of 113 runs in 18.3 overs. Sophie Molineux’s brilliant spell, including the crucial wickets of Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, and Alice Capsey, turned the tide in RCB’s favor. Shreyanka Patil further compounded Delhi’s woes, claiming four vital wickets, while Asha Sobhana chipped in with two dismissals.
RCB’s run chase began on a strong note, with Sophie Devine’s aggressive batting laying the foundation. Despite losing Devine and opener Smriti Mandhana, Ellyse Perry and Richa Ghosh steered RCB to victory with composed innings, securing the win with a match-winning partnership.
Key Highlights:
- Delhi Capitals, having dominated the league stage, earned a direct berth to the final, while RCB secured their spot by defeating Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator.
- Ellyse Perry leads the Orange Cap race with 312 runs, closely followed by Meg Lanning (308) and Smriti Mandhana (269).
- Marizanne Kapp leads the Purple Cap race with 11 dismissals, contending with teammates Jess Jonassen and Radha Yadav.
DCW vs RCBW, WPL 2024 Final Highlights:
RCB’s triumph marks a significant milestone as they clinch their maiden WPL title with a commanding performance against Delhi Capitals. Sophie Devine’s aggressive batting and Smriti Mandhana’s steady contributions paved the way for victory, while RCB’s spinners orchestrated a remarkable collapse of Delhi’s batting lineup.
Heading into the final, both teams showcased their mettle, with Delhi Capitals emerging as the top team in the league stage and RCB overcoming formidable opponents to reach their first final. With an impressive display of skill and determination, RCB seized the opportunity to etch their name in WPL history as deserving champions, underscoring their resilience and ability to rise to the occasion.
