Who is the favourite to win the WPL 2026 Final? The WPL 2026 Final is shaping up to be a blockbuster clash as Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCB) take on Delhi Capitals Women (DC). Two of the most consistent and competitive teams in the Women’s Premier League have reached the grand stage, and fans are eagerly asking one big question:
Who will win the WPL 2026 Final – RCB or DC?
Let’s break it down with a human, data-backed, and fan-centric match prediction.
TATA WPL 2026 – RCB vs DC
The WPL 2026 Final will be played between RCB-W vs DC-W. This championship clash will decide the winner of the 4th edition of the Women’s Premier League.
| Final Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Final Date | Thursday, 5th February 2026 |
| Final Match | RCB-W vs DC-W |
| Qualified Team | Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women |
| Venue | BCA Stadium (Kotambi), Vadodara |
| Toss Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Match Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Live Telecast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | Jio Hotstar App |
Head-to-Head: RCB vs DC (WPL History)
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 9 |
| DC Wins | 6 |
| RCB Wins | 3 |
| Last 3 Matches | RCB 2 – DC 1 |
| Finals Played | 1 |
| Finals Winner | RCB |
DC dominate overall, but RCB have the edge in big matches, including a previous WPL final.
Pitch Report & Toss Role on Result
Expected Pitch Behaviour
- Good batting surface
- Slight help for spinners as the match progresses
- Average 1st innings score: 155–165
Toss Impact
- Teams chasing have won ~60% matches at this venue
- Dew likely in the second innings
- The toss winner may choose to bowl first
👉 Toss could influence the result by 20–25%
| Toss Winner | Decision | Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| RCB | Bowl First | 🔴 Strong |
| RCB | Bat First | ⚖️ Balanced |
| DC | Bat First | 🟢 Strong |
| DC | Bowl First | ⚠️ Moderate |
Who Will Win WPL 2026 Final
Predicted Winner: Delhi Capitals Women
📌 Margin: Close contest (Last 3–4 overs likely decisive)
WPL 2026 Points Table
| Position | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | No Result | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB-W(Q) | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 12 | 1.247 |
| 2 | GG-W(Q) | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 8 | -0.168 |
| 3 | DC-W(Q) | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 | -0.055 |
| 4 | MI-W | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 0.059 |
| 5 | UPW | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 | -1.076 |
WPL 2026 Schedule & Results
- Opening Match: 9th January 2026
- League Stage End: 1st February 2026
- Eliminator Match: 3rd February 2026
- Final Match: 5th February 2026
| Match No. | Date | Day | Match | Venue | Time (IST) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 Jan | Fri | Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | RCB won by 3 wickets |
| 2 | 10 Jan | Sat | UP Warriorz vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 3:30 PM | GG won by 10 runs |
| 3 | 10 Jan | Sat | Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | MI won by 50 runs |
| 4 | 11 Jan | Sun | Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | GG won by 5 runs |
| 5 | 12 Jan | Mon | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs UP Warriorz | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | RCB won by 9 wickets |
| 6 | 13 Jan | Tue | Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | MI won by 7 wickets |
| 7 | 14 Jan | Wed | UP Warriorz vs Delhi Capitals | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | DC won by 7 wickets |
| 8 | 15 Jan | Thu | Mumbai Indians vs UP Warriorz | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | UPW won by 7 wickets |
| 9 | 16 Jan | Fri | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Giants | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | RCB won by 5 wickets |
| 10 | 17 Jan | Sat | UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians | Navi Mumbai | 3:30 PM | UPW won by 22 runs |
| 11 | 17 Jan | Sat | Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Navi Mumbai | 7:30 PM | RCB won by 8 wickets |
| 12 | 19 Jan | Mon | Gujarat Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | RCB won 61 runs |
| 13 | 20 Jan | Tue | Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | DC won by 7 wickets |
| 14 | 22 Jan | Thu | Gujarat Giants vs UP Warriorz | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | GG won 45 by runs |
| 15 | 24 Jan | Sat | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | DC won by 7 wickets |
| 16 | 26 Jan | Mon | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | MI won by 15 runs |
| 17 | 27 Jan | Tue | Gujarat Giants vs Delhi Capitals | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | GG won by 3 runs |
| 18 | 29 Jan | Thu | UP Warriorz vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | RCB won by 8 wickets |
| 19 | 30 Jan | Fri | Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | GG won 11 by runs |
| 20 | 1 Feb | Sun | Delhi Capitals vs UP Warriorz | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | DC won by 5 wickets |
| 21 | 3 Feb | Tue | Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Giants (Eliminator) | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | DC won by 7 wickets |
| 22 | 5 Feb | Thu | RCB vs DC (Final) | Vadodara | 7:30 PM | RCB won by 6 wickets |
WPL 2025 Final Related FAQ
Who is the favourite to win WPL 2026 Final?
Delhi Capitals Women are slight favourites with a 51% winning probability.
What is the head-to-head record between RCB and DC in WPL?
DC lead 6–3 in total matches, but RCB have won the only WPL final played between them.
How important is the toss in WPL 2026 Final?
Toss can impact the result by 20–25%, especially due to dew while chasing.
What is the average score at the Vadodara venue?
Around 155–165 in the first innings.
Where can I watch RCB vs DC WPL 2026 Final live?
Live on Star Sports Network and Jio Hotstar App.
Who will lift the WPL 2026 Trophy — RCB or DC?
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