RCB continued their strong start in WPL 2025 with another dominant win. They bowled out Delhi Capitals for just 141 runs in 19.3 overs. Renuka Singh led the bowling attack, taking three wickets for 23 runs. Georgia Wareham also shined, picking up three wickets for 25 runs. DC started well but collapsed after losing key wickets in quick succession. Smriti Mandhana and Danni Wyatt then made the chase look effortless. They put on a 100-run opening partnership in just 60 balls.
Mandhana’s aggressive 81 off 47 balls sealed the game early. RCB comfortably reached 146/2 in 16.2 overs, winning by eight wickets. The match was one-sided, with RCB dominating in all departments. Below is the complete Delhi Capitals (WPL) vs Royal Challengers Cricket Match Scorecard along with key match moments in Women’s Cricket.
Match Summary
RCB’s bowling attack was sharp and disciplined throughout the innings. Renuka Singh dismissed Shafali Verma on the first ball, setting the tone. Jemimah Rodrigues and Meg Lanning tried to stabilize the innings early. They built a 50-run stand in just 32 balls, showing positive intent. However, after their partnership ended, DC collapsed under pressure. Georgia Wareham picked three wickets, including two in one over.
Kim Garth and Ekta Bisht supported well with two wickets each. Delhi Capitals lost four wickets in the final five overs, finishing at 141/10. Extras contributed 12 runs, with some wayward bowling helping DC slightly. The pitch had some grip, allowing RCB’s bowlers to dominate.
Mandhana and Wyatt Lead a Perfect Chase
RCB openers Smriti Mandhana and Danni Wyatt played aggressive cricket from the start. They reached 50 runs in just 5.1 overs, dominating the powerplay. Mandhana played a match-winning 81 off 47 balls, hitting 10 fours and three sixes. Wyatt supported her well, scoring 42 off 33 balls with seven fours.
Their 100-run partnership in 60 balls left DC with no answers. Mandhana’s wicket fell at 133 runs in the 15th over, but the match was already won. Richa Ghosh and Ellyse Perry finished the game comfortably. RCB chased the target in just 16.2 overs, winning with ease.
Renuka Singh Takes the Purple Cap
Renuka Singh was the standout performer with the ball in this match. She picked three wickets for just 23 runs in four overs. Her inswingers troubled DC’s top order, helping RCB dominate early. She is now the highest wicket-taker of WPL 2025, holding the Purple Cap. Renuka credited her training at NCA with coach Troy Cooley for her improvement. She has been a key player for RCB in this tournament.