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Mandhana's whirlwind 96 sets up clinical win over DC as RCB extend 100 per cent start in WPL 2026

January 17, 2026

Smriti Mandhana's impressive 96 runs off 61 balls propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to an eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Women's Premier League. RCB's win marks their fourth consecutive victory, maintaining their unbeaten streak in the tournament.

aptain Smriti Mandhana bats against Delhi Capitals at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium on Saturday, 17 January. PTI

Credit: Royal Challengers Bengaluru c

Key Highlights

Mandhana scored 96 runs, including 13 fours and 3 sixes.
RCB chased down a target of 167 runs set by DC.
Shafali Verma scored 62 runs for DC but it wasn't enough.
RCB's victory came at D. Y. Patil Stadium on January 17, 2026.
This win keeps RCB at a perfect record in the WPL 2026.

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Mandhana's whirlwind 96 sets up clinical win over DC as RCB extend 100 per cent start in WPL 2026

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