The official squads for the May 2026 series feature a mix of world-class internationals and rising Indian stars. Following the WPL 2026 auction, both teams have solidified their rosters with key acquisitions like Grace Harris (who moved to RCB) and Meg Lanning (leading the Warriorz) to ensure a high-stakes competition.
UP Warriorz vs RCB: Last 7 Match Battleground
The head-to-head record is incredibly tight, with RCB currently holding a slight edge of 4–3 in their last seven meetings.
Date
Venue
Winner
Margin
Top Performer
29 Jan 2026
Vadodara
RCB
8 Wickets
Smriti Mandhana (54*)
12 Jan 2026
Navi Mumbai
RCB
9 Wickets
Grace Harris (85*)
08 Mar 2025
Lucknow
UPW
12 Runs
Georgia Voll (99*)
24 Feb 2025
Bengaluru
UPW
Super Over
Sophie Ecclestone (2/23)
04 Mar 2024
Bengaluru
RCB
23 Runs
Smriti Mandhana (80)
24 Feb 2024
Bengaluru
RCB
2 Runs
Asha Sobhana (5/22)
15 Mar 2023
Mumbai
RCB
5 Wickets
Ellyse Perry (3/16)
Elite Key Players to Watch
UP Warriorz:
Deepti Sharma: The ultimate all-rounder; holds the record for most wickets (11) in this specific fixture.
Georgia Voll: Holds the record for the highest individual score in this rivalry (99*).
Sophie Ecclestone: The world’s top-ranked spinner who famously won the 2025 Super Over battle.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru:
Smriti Mandhana: The captain consistently leads from the front with three 50+ scores against UPW.
Ellyse Perry: The leading run-scorer in this rivalry (246 runs) with a stunning average of nearly 50.
Asha Sobhana: Her 5/22 remains the best bowling performance ever recorded in these head-to-head matches.
Upcoming Series & Venue Details
Series
Date/Window
Venue
Format
Status
WPL Phase 2
May 2026
Ekana Stadium, Lucknow
T20
Scheduled
Champions Challenge
June 2026
M. Chinnaswamy, Bengaluru
T20
Confirmed
Pre-Season Cup
Sept 2026
DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
T20
Tentative
ICC Team Rankings (April 2026)
Rank
Team
Rating
Points
Last Update
1
Australia Women
295
5,420
April 2026
2
England Women
282
4,910
April 2026
3
India Women
268
4,235
April 2026
4
New Zealand Women
255
3,890
April 2026
Head-to-Head Summary
Match Category
Played
UPW Won
RCB Won
No Result/Tie
WPL Overall
10
4
6
0
Last 5 Games
5
2
3
0
Home Matches
4
2
2
0
Most Memorable Match – The Epic Thriller!
Match Date
Stage
Result
Hero of the Match
Turning Point
Feb 24, 2025
League
UPW won (Super Over)
Sophie Ecclestone
Defended 7 runs in Super Over
Major Tournament Matches
Tournament
Season
Stage
Outcome
Margin
WPL Season 4
2026
Group Stage
RCB Won
8 Wickets
WPL Season 3
2025
Eliminator
UPW Won
12 Runs
WPL Season 2
2024
Group Stage
RCB Won
23 Runs
Key Performance Leaders
Player
Team
Role
Stat Metric
Achievement
Ellyse Perry
RCB
All-Rounder
246 Runs
Highest Aggregator
Deepti Sharma
UPW
All-Rounder
11 Wickets
Most Wickets (H2H)
Smriti Mandhana
RCB
Batter
54* (27)
Fastest 50 in H2H
Tactical Power-Plays & Record Breakers (2025-26)
Record Title
Player Name
Team
Stat
Season
Most Powerplay Sixes
Georgia Voll
UPW
18
2025/26
Highest Powerplay Score
RCB Team
RCB
74/0
2026
Dot Ball Percentage
Sophie Ecclestone
UPW
42%
2025/26
The Tactical Edge: Strategic Matchups & Squad Dynamics
Tactical Battle
Key Player 1
Key Player 2
Strategy
Spin vs. Aggression
Deepti Sharma
Smriti Mandhana
Off-spin vs Left-hand attack
Power vs. Pace
Ellyse Perry
Sophie Ecclestone
World #1 bowler vs #1 Bat
Finisher Duel
Grace Harris
Richa Ghosh
The battle of the death overs
History Re-Written: Every Record Smashed (2025/26)
Record Smashed
Previous Best
New Record
Holder
Highest Chase in WPL
182
191
RCB vs UPW
Most Runs in a Season
510
545
Ellyse Perry
Fastest Delivery (WPL)
128 kph
131.2 kph
Shabnim Ismail
Pace vs. Power: World’s Fastest Bowlers
Bowler Name
National Team
Top Speed
Average Pace
Strike Rate
Shabnim Ismail
South Africa
131.2 kph
124 kph
14.2
Darcie Brown
Australia
127.5 kph
121 kph
16.5
Lea Tahuhu
New Zealand
126.8 kph
119 kph
18.1
Conclusion
The UP Warriorz vs RCB rivalry remains the gold standard of the WPL. While RCB currently holds the momentum with superior batting firepower, the Warriorz’ tactical bowling depth ensures every game is a classic. This is more than just cricket; it’s a high-octane battle of strategy, nerves, and world-class talent.
