WPL 2026: Match 18, RCB W vs UP W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s WPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs UP Warriorz Women?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB W) will look to return to winning ways when they face UP Warriorz (UP W) in Match No. 18 of the ongoing Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on Thursday, January 29. The RCB W vs UP W Match Prediction suggests an intriguing contest as both sides have plenty at stake.

Smriti Mandhana’s side started the campaign in dominant fashion with five consecutive wins, securing a playoff berth early. However, back-to-back defeats against Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians have slightly dented their momentum. The RCB W vs UP W Match Prediction leans towards RCB W as they look to regain confidence before the playoffs.

Meanwhile, Meg Lanning’s UP Warriorz must win their remaining two matches to stay in contention for the playoffs, having managed just two victories from six outings. After a 45-run loss to Gujarat Giants in their previous game, the RCB W vs UP W Match Prediction points towards a high-pressure encounter for UP Warriorz as they fight to keep their season alive.

Also check: WPL 2026: Match 17, GG W vs DC W Match Prediction 

RCB W vs UP W Match Details

BCA Stadium, Vadodara Pitch Report

In the first five matches held at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara in WPL 2026, the average first-innings total has been around 159. Three matches have been won by teams batting first. The highest first-innings score is 199/4 posted by the Mumbai Indians against RCB W.

RCB W vs UP W Head to Head Record in T20s

RCB W vs UP W Predicted Playing XIs

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCB W):

Smriti Mandhana (captain), Grace Harris, Georgia Voll, Richa Ghosh (wicketkeeper), Gautami Naik, Radha Yadav, Nadine de Klerk, Arundhati Reddy, Shreyanka Patil, Sayali Satghare, Lauren Bell.

UP Warriorz Women (UP W):

Meg Lanning (captain), Kiran Navgire, Harleen Deol, Phoebe Litchfield, Shweta Sehrawat (wicketkeeper), Chloe Tryon, Deepti Sharma, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Goud.

RCB W vs UP W Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: Phoebe Litchfield

Phoebe Litchfield has been in fine form this season. The Australian batter has aggregated 243 runs in six innings at an average of 40.50 and a strike rate of 154.78. She has notched up two 50-plus scores as well this season. Litchfield will be one of the batters to watch out for on Thursday.

Probable Best Bowler: Lauren Bell

Lauren Bell has been excellent, especially with the new ball. She has given early wickets to her team in almost every game. The England speedster has bagged 11 wickets in seven matches at an average of 14.45 and a strike rate of 15.27. Her economy rate is a remarkable 5.68.

FAQ: WPL 2026 – Match 17, GG W vs DC W Match Prediction

Who will captain Gujarat Giants Women in Match 17?
Beth Mooney will lead the Gujarat Giants Women in Match 17 of WPL 2026.

Who is the captain of Delhi Capitals Women for this match?
Meg Lanning will captain the Delhi Capitals Women in the WPL 2026 clash.

Where is Match 17 of GG W vs DC W being played?
The match will be played at the designated venue announced for Match 17 of WPL 2026.

Where can fans watch the live stream of GG W vs DC W Match 17?
The match will be streamed live on Sports Live Hub (SLH).

Today’s Match Prediction: Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win the match