WPL 2026 Final Toss Goes RCB Way as Mandhana Chooses to Bowl
RCB captain Smriti Mandhana opts to bowl after winning toss against Delhi Capitals in WPL 2026 final citing past results conditions and strategy as both teams chase the title trophy
- WPL 2026 Final toss won by RCB.
- RCB chooses bowling in WPL 2026 Final.
- WPL 2026 Final renews Delhi vs RCB rivalry.
The stage is set for a high intensity showdown as the WPL 2026 Final sees Delhi Capitals take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with the toss adding an early layer of intrigue to the title clash.
Winning the toss, Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Smriti Mandhana elected to bowl first, a decision shaped by both conditions and recent history. Her call echoed the strategy that proved decisive in the previous final between the same teams.
Interestingly, the 2024 final also featured Delhi and Bengaluru. On that occasion, Delhi chose to bat after winning the toss, but it was Bengaluru that walked away with the trophy. With that memory still fresh, Mandhana opted to put Delhi in first this time.
Leadership will be under the spotlight as Mandhana goes head to head with Jemimah Rodrigues, who leads Delhi Capitals in the final. Delhi enter the match determined to reverse their fortunes and claim the title after falling short in the last final.
Bengaluru, meanwhile, are chasing history of their own. A victory would place them alongside Mumbai as a two time champion, further cementing their growing legacy in the tournament.
With strong lineups on both sides and past results adding extra edge, the WPL 2026 Final promises a tightly fought contest where strategy, execution and nerve will decide the champion.
