Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women face UP Warriorz in a crucial Match 18 of WPL 2026 at BCA Stadium, Vadodara, on January 29 at 7:30 PM IST.
RCB-W, sitting comfortably in the playoff spots after winning five consecutive matches before suffering back-to-back losses to Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians, can seal their finals berth with victory. Meanwhile, Meg Lanning’s UP Warriorz have struggled with just two wins from six outings and must win both remaining fixtures to stay alive in the playoff race.
In their previous seven encounters, RCB-W hold a 4-3 advantage, setting up an intriguing contest on Vadodara’s batting-friendly surface.
RCB-W vs UP-W WPL 2026 Match Information & Betting Odds – RCB-W vs UP-W
Here’s everything you need to know about the fixture, including when and where it’s happening.
Match Details
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | RCB-W vs UPW-W, 18th Match |
| Series | WPL 2026 |
| Date | January 29, Thursday |
| Time | 07:30 PM IST |
| Venue | BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara |
Betting Odds Overview
With RCB-W already through to the playoffs, bookmakers are backing them as favorites.
| Platform | RCB-W Win Odds | UPW-W Win Odds | Toss Odds (RCB-W) | Toss Odds (UPW-W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.85 | 2.05 | 2 | 1.9 |
| Stake | 1.82 | 2.08 | 2 | 1.92 |
| 4RABET | 1.87 | 2.02 | 2 | 1.95 |
| BetVibe | 1.79 | 2.03 | 1.92 | 1.88 |
Head-to-Head Record
The two sides have enjoyed a competitive rivalry in WPL, with RCB-W holding a slight edge in their previous meetings.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 07 |
| RCB Women Won | 04 |
| UP Warriorz Won | 03 |
| No Result | 00 |
Team Squads
Royal Challengers Bangalore Women Smriti Mandhana (c), Richa Ghosh, Ellyse Perry, Lauren Bell, Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Radha Yadav, Nadine de Klerk, Shreyanka Patil, Georgia Voll, Linsey Smith, Prema Rawat, Gautami Naik, Prathyoosha Kumar, Dayalan Hemalatha, Sayali Satghare
UP Warriorz Women Meg Lanning (c), Phoebe Litchfield, Kiran Navgire, Simran Shaikh, Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Gongadi Trisha, Deandra Dottin, Shweta Sehrawat, Deepti Sharma, Charli Knott, Shikha Pandey, Asha Sobhana, Chloe Tryon, Suman Meena, Shipra Giri (wk), Sophie Ecclestone, Kranti Gaud
RCB-W vs UP-W WPL 2026 Match Venue & Weather Conditions
Understanding the pitch characteristics and weather will be crucial as both captains formulate their strategies for this must-win clash.
BCA Stadium Pitch Analysis
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Nature | Thin grass cover provides early bounce before slowing down, favoring spinners in the latter stages |
| Batting Assistance | Early stroke-play friendly with good ball-bat contact, enabling fluent timing |
| Bowling Assistance | New ball movement for pacers, while spinners dominate middle and death overs |
| Average First-Innings Score | Approximately 150 runs are considered competitive in WPL fixtures |
| Toss & Dew | Bat-first preference as chasing proves difficult on this surface |
Weather Forecast
The weather conditions look ideal for cricket, with clear skies and moderate temperatures expected throughout the evening.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | Around 26°C |
| Weather | Clear and sunny conditions expected |
| Precipitation | Minimal 10% rain probability |
| Humidity | 35% |
| Wind | 14 km/h, aiding pace bowlers during the powerplay |
Impact Players To Monitor
Several match-winners from both sides will be eager to make their mark in this crucial fixture. Here are the key performers to watch out for.
| Players | WPL Stats |
|---|---|
| Nadine de Klerk (RCB-W) | 127 runs and 13 wickets in 8 WPL matches |
| Shreyanka Patil (RCB-W) | 29 wickets in 22 games at 8.62 economy |
| Grace Harris (RCB-W) | 734 runs and 13 wickets in 29 WPL games |
| Deepti Sharma (UPW-W) | 559 runs and 32 wickets in 31 matches |
| Phoebe Litchfield (UPW-W) | 442 runs in 20 WPL matches at 23.26 average |
| Sophie Ecclestone (UPW-W) | 42 wickets in 31 WPL games at 6.93 economy |
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Match Outlook
RCB-W will aim to secure their finals spot with confidence, while UPW-W face a must-win situation to keep playoff hopes alive. The batting-friendly Vadodara wicket promises fireworks, with both teams boasting match-winners capable of turning the game single-handedly.
