Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has officially secured a spot in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 playoffs following a dominant 61-run victory over Gujarat Giants. The match, played on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara, saw RCB become the first team to qualify for the tournament's knockout stage. This win marked RCB's fifth consecutive triumph in the ongoing WPL season, showcasing their strong form. Batting first after being put in, RCB posted a formidable total of 178 for six in their allotted 20 overs. Despite early setbacks, including the dismissals of Grace Harris and Georgia Voll, captain Smriti Mandhana (26 off 21) and Gautami Naik (73 off 55 balls) stabilised the innings with a crucial 60-run partnership. Naik's sensational half-century, combined with a brisk 27 from Richa Ghosh, propelled RCB to a competitive score. Late contributions from Radha Yadav further boosted the total. In response, Gujarat Giants' chase never gained momentum, as they struggled against RCB's disciplined bowling attack. Key batters failed to make significant contributions, and the Giants slumped to 34 for four within the powerplay. Although captain Ashleigh Gardner fought with a valiant 54 runs off 43 balls, she lacked support, and Gujarat Giants were eventually bowled out for 117. Sayali Satghare was the pick of the bowlers for RCB, finishing with impressive figures of 3 for 21, ably supported by Nadine de Klerk and other bowlers who maintained constant pressure. This comprehensive performance not only secured RCB's playoff berth but also extended their impressive winning streak in the WPL 2026.