Royal Challengers Bengaluru Triumph Over Gujarat Giants in Dominant WPL 2026 Display

RCB Maintain Perfect Record with Commanding Victory

Royal Challengers Bengaluru registered their third consecutive win in the Women’s Premier League 2026, going past Gujarat Giants by 32 runs at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. This emphatic victory on 16th January keeps RCB as the only undefeated team in the tournament, solidifying their position at the top of the standings and demonstrating their credentials as genuine title contenders.

Radha Yadav and Richa Ghosh Rescue RCB Innings

After a shaky start that saw them struggling at 43/4, RCB’s innings was transformed by a remarkable partnership. A 105-run partnership between Radha Yadav (66 off 47) and Richa Ghosh (44 off 28) took them to 182/7. Radha Yadav, who hit 6 fours and 3 sixes in her knock of 66, was named the Player of the Match. Their recovery effort proved crucial in posting a competitive total after early wickets had threatened to derail the innings.

Shreyanka Patil’s Five-Wicket Haul Seals Victory

Chasing 183, Gujarat Giants never gained momentum in their pursuit. The Giants’ chase never got off the ground, with Shreyanka Patil taking five wickets to ravage their top order. For Bengaluru, it was Lauren Bell and Shreyanka Patil’s show with the ball. The two took 8 wickets in partnership and completely dismantled the Giants’ batting line-up. Despite Bharti Fulmali fought with 39 off 20, the Giants were bowled out for 150 in just 18.5 overs.

Implications for WPL 2026 Tournament

With this win, RCB also retained their top spot on the points table. The Royal Challengers’ comprehensive performance across all departments—batting depth, bowling potency, and fielding excellence—signals their emergence as the team to beat this season. For Gujarat Giants, this defeat highlights persistent middle-order fragility that needs addressing if they are to mount a serious championship challenge in the remaining matches.