Vodadra, Feb. 6 -- Smriti Mandhana delivered a captain's performance of exceptional poise and power as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) women claimed their second Women's Premier League (WPL) title, defeating Delhi Capitals (DC) women by six wickets in a gripping final that was decided amid high drama in the last over at the BCA Stadium here yesterday.

Chasing a challenging target of 204 in a title clash, RCB were immediately under pressure, but Mandhana responded with fearless intent. The skipper smashed 87 off just 41 balls, striking 12 fours and three sixes, and ensured the asking rate never spiralled out of control.

After the early dismissal of Grace Harris (9), Mandhana found an ideal partner in Georgia Voll, who played a measured...