Hitwicket or Stumped? Was Radha Yadav Out in Last Over During RCB-W vs DC-W WPL 2026 Final

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) were crowned Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 champions on Thursday after a record-breaking run chase, though the victory was briefly delayed by a controversial decision in the final over. Chasing a target of 204 against Delhi Capitals (DC), RCB needed four runs from three balls when Radha Yadav struck the winning boundary, only for the bails to fall as she completed the shot. RCB-W Win WPL 2026, Delhi Capitals Women Suffer 4th Consecutive Defeat in Finals.

Final Over Drama

As Yadav lofted Shree Charani over extra cover to seal the title, the bails were seen tumbling at the striker’s end. The Delhi Capitals players immediately appealed for a hit-wicket, which would have kept the match alive. The RCB dugout, meanwhile, remained in a state of suspense as the third umpire reviewed the footage.

Hitwicket or Stumping? 

The Umpire's Verdict

Detailed replays showed that the bat had remained well clear of the stumps. Instead, the bails were dislodged by the gloves of Delhi wicketkeeper Lizelle Lee, who had inadvertently brushed the woodwork while moving to collect the ball. Consequently, Yadav was ruled not out, and the four runs stood, securing a historic six-wicket win for Bengaluru. How Many Women's Premier League (WPL) Finals Delhi Capitals Have Played?.

Match Context

The victory marks RCB’s second WPL title, following their 2024 triumph. Captain Smriti Mandhana led the charge with a blistering 87 off 41 balls, supported by Georgia Voll’s 79. For Delhi, it was a fourth consecutive heartbreak in a final, despite posting a formidable 203/4.

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