Highest run chase in WPL: The Women’s Premier League (WPL) has quickly become a stage for high-scoring thrillers, and run chases have played a huge role in shaping its legacy. Over the years, several teams have pulled off remarkable pursuits under pressure, redefining what’s possible in women’s T20 cricket.
From record-breaking finals to unforgettable individual knocks, here’s a detailed look at the top 5 highest successful run chases in WPL history.
Highest Run Chase in WPL History – RCB vs DC (WPL 2026 Final)
The highest successful chase in WPL history came in the 2026 WPL Final, where Royal Challengers Bengaluru chased down a massive 204 against Delhi Capitals to lift their second WPL title.
After losing an early wicket, Smriti Mandhana and Georgia Voll stitched together a sensational 165-run partnership for the second wicket—the highest partnership for any wicket in WPL history and the highest ever in a women’s T20 final.
- Mandhana: 87 off 41 balls (highest WPL playoff score)
- Voll: 79 off 54 balls
- RCB hit at least one boundary in every over
- Chase completed with two balls remaining
This chase was also:
- The second-highest successful chase in women’s T20 history
- The highest run chase in any T20 final (men’s or women’s)
Second-Highest Run Chase in WPL – RCB vs GG (WPL 2025)
In the opening match of WPL 2025, RCB once again showcased their chasing prowess by hunting down 202 against Gujarat Giants.
Gujarat Giants posted 201/5, powered by:
- Ashleigh Gardner – 79*
- Beth Mooney – 59
RCB stumbled early but recovered through:
- Ellyse Perry – 57 (34)
- Richa Ghosh – 64* (27)
- Kanika Ahuja – 30* (13)
RCB sealed the chase with six wickets in hand, making it the second-highest run chase in WPL history.
Third-Highest Run Chase in WPL – MI vs GG (WPL 2026)
During WPL 2026, Mumbai Indians chased down 193 against Gujarat Giants, registering the third-highest chase in league history.
The match was headlined by:
- Harmanpreet Kaur – 71* off 43
- Nicola Carey – 38 runs
Mumbai finished the chase at 193/3 in 19.2 overs, showing excellent control in the final phase.
Fourth-Highest Run Chase in WPL – MI vs GG (WPL 2024)
Mumbai Indians appear again on the list with another successful chase against Gujarat Giants in WPL 2024, this time hunting down 191.
Gujarat posted 190/7, led by:
- Beth Mooney – 66
- Dayalan Hemalatha – 74
Mumbai’s response was dominated by a sensational knock from Harmanpreet Kaur:
- 95 off 48 balls*
MI won the match by seven wickets with one ball remaining, underlining their reputation as elite chasers.
Fifth-Highest Run Chase in WPL – RCB vs GG (WPL 2023)
The fifth-highest chase came in WPL 2023 at the Brabourne Stadium, where RCB chased 189 against Gujarat Giants with ease.
Gujarat scored 188/4, but RCB made light work of the target thanks to:
- Sophie Devine – 99 off 36
- Smriti Mandhana – 37
- Heather Knight – 22*
RCB cruised to victory by eight wickets in just 15.3 overs.
Top 5 Highest Successful Run Chases in WPL – Summary Table
| Match | Target | Result | Season |
| RCB vs DC | 204 | RCB won by 6 wickets | 2026 |
| RCB vs GG | 202 | RCB won by 6 wickets | 2025 |
| MI vs GG | 193 | MI won by 7 wickets | 2026 |
| MI vs GG | 191 | MI won by 7 wickets | 2024 |
| RCB vs GG | 189 | RCB won by 8 wickets | 2023 |
Smriti Mandhana’s Record-Breaking WPL 2026 Season
Smriti Mandhana finished WPL 2026 as the tournament’s top scorer with 377 runs. In doing so, she surpassed Ellyse Perry to become the leading run-getter in WPL history, amassing 1,023 runs across four seasons.
Notably:
- 463 runs vs Delhi Capitals (10 innings)
- 560 runs vs other teams (25 innings)
- Three fifties against non-DC teams
Her consistency has been central to RCB’s dominance in big chases.
FAQs
Q. What is the highest successful run chase in WPL history?
A. RCB’s chase of 204 against Delhi Capitals in the 2026 final.
Q. Who scored the most runs in WPL 2026?
A. Smriti Mandhana, with 377 runs.
Q. Which team has the biggest run chase in a WPL final?
A. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, chasing 204 vs Delhi Capitals in 2026.
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