India, March 12 -- The final group stage game of this Women's Premier League season came down to two teams with contrasting fortunes. Mumbai Indians were already guaranteed a spot in the playoffs but were eying a direct berth in the final. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the defending champions who have had a forgetful season, had nothing but pride to play for.

In a match played between two teams filled with star names at the Brabourne Stadium on Tuesday night, Smriti Mandhana stood out for her batting and captaincy, as she led RCB to a 11-run win. The result gave Delhi Capitals a direct spot in the final, on super net run rate than Mumbai Indians after both teams finished with 10 points. MI will face Gujarat Giants in the playoff.

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