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Navi Mumbai, January 16, 2026 – Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) continued their Rampage in the 2026 Women’s Premier League, securing a clinical 32-run victory over the Gujarat Giants (GG) at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy. This win marks RCB's third consecutive victory, keeping them firmly at the top of the points table as the only undefeated team in the tournament.
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The Great Recovery: Radha and Richa Save the Day
The match began with a scare for the Bengaluru fans. After being put in to bat, RCB’s top order crumbled under the pressure of the Giants' pace attack, reeling at a precarious 43/4 by the 6th over. Stars like Smriti Mandhana and Grace Harris were back in the dugout early, leaving the middle order with a mountain to climb.
However, Radha Yadav and Richa Ghosh turned the tide with a magnificent 105-run partnership for the fifth wicket. Yadav played the innings of her life, smashing a maiden WPL half-century with 66 off 47 balls (including 6 fours and 3 sixes). Ghosh provided the perfect support with a brisk 44 off 28 deliveries. A late cameo of 26 from Nadine de Klerk propelled RCB to a formidable total of 182/7.
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Shreyanka’s Five-Star Masterclass
Chasing 183, the Gujarat Giants started aggressively with Beth Mooney (27 off 14) finding the boundary with ease. But the introduction of spin changed everything. Shreyanka Patil produced a magical spell of off-spin bowling, dismantling the Giants' lineup with precision.
Patil finished with career-best figures of 5/23, becoming the youngest bowler in WPL history to claim a five-wicket haul at just 23 years old. She was ably supported by England pacer Lauren Bell, who took 3/29. Despite a fighting 39 from Bharti Fulmali, the Giants were eventually bundled out for 150 in 18.5 overs.
Key Match Statistics
| Player | Performance | Team |
| Radha Yadav | 66 (47) | RCB |
| Richa Ghosh | 44 (28) | RCB |
| Shreyanka Patil | 5/23 (3.5 ov) | RCB |
| Bharti Fulmali | 39 (20) | GG |
| Lauren Bell | 3/29 (4.0 ov) | RCB |
| Sophie Devine | 3/31 (4.0 ov) | GG |
What’s Next for RCB?
With this victory, RCB has solidified its lead at the top of the table with 6 points and a healthy Net Run Rate of +1.828. The Giants, meanwhile, slip to third place after their second loss of the season.
Following RCB's dominant win over the Gujarat Giants, they have tightened their grip on the top spot. Today, Saturday, January 17, marks the final day of the Navi Mumbai leg before the tournament shifts to Vadodara.
WPL 2026 Points Table (as of January 17)
RCB remains the only undefeated team in the competition, having won all three of their opening matches.
| Pos | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | +1.828 |
| 2 | Mumbai Indians (MI) | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | +0.469 |
| 3 | Gujarat Giants (GG) | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -0.319 |
| 4 | Delhi Capitals (DC) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -0.833 |
| 5 | UP Warriorz (UPW) | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -0.906 |
Today’s Double-Header (January 17, 2026)
Both matches will be held at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai.
Match 10: UP Warriorz vs Mumbai Indians
Time: 3:00 PM IST (Toss at 2:30 PM)
Context: This is a high-stakes rematch. Just two days ago, UP Warriorz secured their first win by defeating MI by 7 wickets, powered by Harleen Deol's 64*. MI will be looking for revenge to solidify their #2 spot.
Match 11: Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Time: 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM)
Context: RCB is chasing a "perfect" Navi Mumbai leg with 4 wins from 4 games. They face a Delhi Capitals side that recently found form but faces a tough challenge against RCB's spin duo of Radha Yadav and Shreyanka Patil.
What's Next?
The tournament moves to Vadodara starting Monday, January 19. RCB will face the Gujarat Giants again in the first match at the new venue.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When and where is the DC vs RCB WPL 2026 match? A: The match is scheduled for Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the Dr.
Q: Where can I watch the DC vs RCB live stream? A: You can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app/website or watch the live telecast on the Star Sports Network in India.
Q: Who are the key players to watch in tonight’s match? A: For RCB, look out for Shreyanka Patil (coming off a 5-wicket haul) and Smriti Mandhana.
Q: What is the pitch report for DY Patil Stadium today? A: The surface is known to be batting-friendly with good pace and bounce.
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