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RCB Women Make History with Maiden Women's Premier League Title

Kalyani Jha
18 Mar, 2024

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) achieved a historic milestone by clinching their first-ever T20 title, emerging victorious in the Women's Premier League 2024 final against Delhi Capitals. The thrilling eight-wicket victory on Sunday marked a significant moment for RCB, not only securing their maiden WPL title but also making a remarkable impact in the cricketing world.

The celebrations extended beyond the field, with the RCB men's team joining in to congratulate their counterparts. Virat Kohli, through a video call, conveyed his heartfelt congratulations, terming the RCB women as 'Superwomen.' Former RCB player Chris Gayle also chimed in with praise, acknowledging the team's outstanding season and celebrating their triumph.

The social media sphere erupted with joy and admiration for RCB's historic win, with users expressing pride and emotions over the team's achievement. Messages of congratulations flooded platforms, highlighting the team's resilience, determination, and the significance of their victory.

The thrilling final match saw RCB chasing a target of 114 runs. Led by Sophie Devine's impactful innings (32 runs off 27 balls), RCB navigated through the challenges posed by Delhi Capitals' bowlers. Captain Smriti Mandhana's crucial contribution (31 runs off 39 balls) set the stage for a nail-biting finish. Ellyse Perry's unbeaten knock (35* off 37 balls) and Richa Ghosh's valuable support (17* off 14 balls) sealed the victory for RCB with three balls to spare.

In the post-match reflections, off-spinner Shreyanka Patil expressed the team's joy and camaraderie, highlighting the bonding sessions and the shared determination to bring the 'Ee Sala Cup Namde' slogan to reality. Skipper Smriti Mandhana credited the team's learning from past experiences, acknowledging the support from management and fans that fueled their journey to success.

RCB's triumph in the Women's Premier League not only marks a significant milestone in their cricketing journey but also stands as a testament to their resilience, teamwork, and unwavering spirit in pursuit of excellence.