WPL 2026 Final RCB vs DC: Match Date, Time, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Live Streaming

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 has reached its final and most exciting stage. This time, the final match will be played between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), a dream come true for cricket fans. Both teams have been in spectacular form this season and will now compete for the trophy.

Delhi Capitals secured their place in the final by defeating Gujarat Giants by 7 wickets, while Royal Challengers Bangalore qualified directly for the final by finishing at the top of the league stage.

RCB vs DC Match Details

Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Venue: BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara
Match Start Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
Toss: 7:00 PM

Live Telecast and Live Streaming

This high-voltage match will be telecast live on the Star Sports network in India. Mobile and online users can watch the live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website.

RCB vs DC – Records in Finals

Defending champions RCB won their first WPL trophy in 2024 by defeating Delhi Capitals. Now, they will be looking to defend their title in their second consecutive final.

Reaching the final has become a tradition for Delhi Capitals. From the inaugural season in 2023 to now, Delhi has reached the final every time, but the trophy has always eluded them. This time, Delhi has a golden opportunity to make history and win their first WPL trophy.

RCB vs DC Playing 11

RCB Probable Playing XI

Grace Harris, Smriti Mandhana (c), Georgia Wareham, Richa Ghosh (wk), Radha Yadav, Nadine de Klerk, Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Shreyanka Patil, Lauren Bell, Sayali Satghare

Delhi Capitals Probable Playing XI

Lizelle Lee, Shafali Verma, Laura Wolvaardt, Jemimah Rodrigues (c), Nikki Prasad, Marizanne Kapp, Chinelle Henry, Sneh Rana, Nallapureddy Charani, Minnu Mani, Nandini Sharma

RCB vs DC Pitch Report – Vadodara

The pitch at the BCA Stadium is generally considered to be batsman-friendly. A score of 150-170 in the first innings can be considered competitive here. Dew could be a factor in the second innings, making it difficult for the bowlers. Therefore, the team winning the toss might choose to bowl first.

Spinners might get some assistance in the middle overs, but fast bowlers will play a crucial role in the death overs.

RCB vs DC Weather Update

The weather is expected to be clear during the match. The temperature is expected to be around 20-25 degrees Celsius, and there is no major threat of rain, making a full match likely.

Players to Watch For RCB

Smriti Mandhana
Grace Harris
Richa Ghosh
Shreyanka Patil
Lauren Bell

For Delhi Capitals

Shafali Verma
Laura Wolvaardt
Jemimah Rodrigues
Marizanne Kapp
Sneh Rana

RCB vs DC Fantasy Cricket Tips

This match is very special for fantasy cricket players.

Best captaincy options: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp
Vice-captain options: Richa Ghosh, Laura Wolvaardt, Grace Harris
Differential picks: Shreyanka Patil, Pooja Vastrakar, Chinelle Henry

RCB vs DC Final Match Preview

RCB has been the most consistent team this season and performed brilliantly in the league stage. Delhi, on the other hand, secured their place in the final with an excellent performance in the playoffs.

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