RCB Fans Rejoice With Memes as Smriti Mandhana's Team Finally Ends IPL Trophy Drought

2024 is indeed shaping up to be a year of unexpected twists, and it was an electrifying women’s team that shattered Royal Challengers Bangalore’s 16-year drought, clinching their maiden title in a gripping eight-wicket showdown against Delhi Capitals at the Women’s Premier League final. The atmosphere was electric, with a raucous crowd witnessing history unfold as these spirited athletes defied expectations, stirring up a frenzy of unmatched excitement. This WPL team, sharing the RCB moniker, injected new hope into a franchise plagued by IPL disappointments, showcasing unparalleled determination and spirit.

The spin magic of Shreyanka Patil (4/12) and Sophie Molineux (3/20) orchestrated a dramatic collapse for DC, restricting them to a mere 113 runs. While victory seemed inevitable, RCB’s formalities were executed with flair, guided by the stellar performances of skipper Smriti Mandhana (31), Sophie Devine (32), and the dynamic Ellyse Perry (35 not out). With the scoreboard reading 115 for two in 19.3 overs, RCB’s win was more comfortable than the nail-biting final over anticipated. The celebrations echoed through the packed Arun Jaitley Stadium and reverberated in countless living rooms across Bangalore.

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Yet, for the die-hard RCB fans, this victory wasn’t just a conclusion but a beginning. Their long-awaited triumph sparked a frenzy of comeback memes, flooding social media feeds with fervour and excitement.

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In the high-stakes clash of the WPL 2024 final, Delhi Capitals started on a positive note, courtesy of skipper Meg Lanning (23 off 23) and Shafali Verma (44 off 27), forging a formidable partnership. But fate took a turn as Australia’s left-arm spinner Sophie Molineux turned the tide, orchestrating a swift downfall of the hosts with a triple breakthrough in a single over, transforming the final into a nail-biting, low-scoring encounter.

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RCB’s Shreyanka Patil emerged as the standout bowler, claiming four crucial wickets as DC folded for 113 in 18.3 overs. Despite Lanning’s valiant efforts, the RCB Women proved too strong to be toppled, powered by Ellyse Perry’s unbeaten 35 off 37 balls to a resounding eight-wicket triumph over DC. With Perry’s unbeaten heroics and contributions from captain Mandhana and Sophie Devine, RCB lifted their maiden WPL title in style!