The Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women have written a golden chapter in Women’s Premier League history. Under the calm and confident leadership of Smriti Mandhana, RCB Women registered their sixth consecutive victory, becoming the first team ever to achieve most consecutive wins in WPL history.
With this dominant run, RCB Women have also become the first team to qualify for the WPL 2026 playoffs, underlining their title credentials in emphatic fashion.
Match Snapshot: RCB vs Gujarat Giants
The landmark win came against Gujarat Giants Women at the Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara. Batting first, RCB posted a strong total and then backed it up with disciplined bowling.
𝗪 𝗪 𝗪 𝗪 𝗪!@RCBTweets make it 5⃣ victories in a row to book a playoffs spot! 👏🙌
— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) January 19, 2026
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RCB’s innings was anchored by a classy knock from Gautami Nayak, who played her best WPL innings under pressure. Gujarat Giants struggled throughout the chase and were bowled out well before the finish.
Match Summary
| Match | Venue | RCB Score | GG Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RCB vs GG (Match 12) | Vadodara | 190/3 (20 ov) | 129 all out (18.3 ov) | RCB won by 61 runs |
Record Alert: Most Consecutive Wins in WPL History
RCB Women’s current streak has now set a new league benchmark.
| Rank | Team | Consecutive Wins | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB Women | 6 wins | 2025–26 |
| 2 | Mumbai Indians Women | 5 wins | 2023 |
| 3 | Mumbai Indians Women | 5 wins | 2023–24 |
| 4 | RCB Women | 5 wins | 2024–25 |
Also see: RCB Storm into WPL 2026 Playoffs with Dominant 5th Straight Win
RCB’s dominance is not built on one department alone:
- Batting depth with consistent top-order starts
- Smart captaincy from Smriti Mandhana
- Balanced bowling attack delivering breakthroughs at key moments
- Strong bench strength, allowing rotation without loss of momentum
This combination has made RCB the most complete side of the tournament so far.
Playoffs Qualification: What It Means
With 10 points from 5 matches, RCB Women sit comfortably at the top of the points table. The early qualification gives them:
- Tactical flexibility in remaining league games
- Better workload management for key players
- Momentum heading into the knockout phase
As the WPL 2026 final approaches on 5 February 2026, RCB Women are being widely viewed as title favourites.
After the historic win, Smriti Mandhana summed it up simply:
“This streak shows how much trust and belief this group has in each other. Qualifying early is special, but the focus remains on playing fearless cricket.”
