“Keeping the RCB Flag Flying High”: Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers Hail RCB Women After 2nd WPL Title Win
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Vadodara (Gujarat), February 6 :
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) legends Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers congratulated the RCB women’s team after they lifted their second Women’s Premier League (WPL) title.
With this victory, RCB created a special record by holding both the IPL and WPL titles at the same time, making it a historic phase for the Red and Gold franchise.
Virat Kohli Congratulates Smriti Mandhana and Team
Virat Kohli took to Instagram and praised the entire squad, captain Smriti Mandhana, and the management team.
He wrote, “Champions again. Keeping the RCB flag flying high and something that each one of you can be proud of… You guys deserve this undoubtedly.”
Kohli also encouraged the team to enjoy the moment and embrace the love of RCB fans.
AB de Villiers Also Celebrates RCB’s Big Win
Former RCB star AB de Villiers, who represented the franchise from 2011 to 2021, also celebrated the victory by sharing an Instagram story.
RCB’s Rise: From Trophyless Jokes to Titles Every Year
RCB’s title story has changed completely in the last three years.
- 2024: RCB women won their first WPL title under Smriti Mandhana
- 2025: RCB men won their first IPL title under Rajat Patidar
- 2026: Mandhana led the women’s team to their second WPL trophy
This means RCB now holds both IPL and WPL trophies simultaneously, which is a major achievement for the franchise.
WPL Final: RCB Chase Down Record Target
In the WPL final, RCB won the toss and chose to bowl first. Delhi Capitals posted a massive total of 203/4, the highest ever in a WPL final.
DC’s key performers included:
- Jemimah Rodrigues: 57 off 37
- Laura Wolvaardt: 44 off 35
- Chinelle Henry: 35* off 15
- Lizelle Lee: 37 off 30
However, RCB produced a record-breaking chase.
Smriti Mandhana and Georgia Voll Seal the Title
RCB’s chase was powered by a match-winning partnership between:
- Smriti Mandhana: 87 off 41
- Georgia Voll: 79 off 54
Their 165-run stand completely dominated the match.
RCB completed the chase with six wickets in hand and two balls remaining. Smriti Mandhana won the Player of the Match award.
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