Netizens troll Kohli after RCB women win WPL - Cricket Winner

Smriti Mandhana’s remarkable triumph in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) has etched her name in history as she lifted the trophy for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) after beating Delhi Capitals Women by 8 wickets in the final. This victory holds special significance for RCB, which has long awaited its maiden title in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since 2008. After RCB’s victory in WPL, critics and trolls took to social media platforms to target Virat Kohli.

RCB’s Long Wait Continues In IPL

Since the inception of the IPL in 2008, RCB has endured a prolonged wait for their first championship title. Despite numerous attempts and close encounters, victory has remained elusive for the franchise, adding to the anticipation and enthusiasm surrounding their quest for glory.

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WPL 2024 Triumph: Breaking the Jinx

In the second season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), under the leadership of Smriti Mandhana, RCB finally achieved the breakthrough they had been striving for. Despite facing challenges along the way, including a balanced performance with four wins and four losses in the league stage, RCB displayed resilience and determination to clinch the third spot and secure a place in the final.

Following Royal Challengers Bangalore’s victory in WPL, critics and trolls took to social media platforms to target Virat Kohli and other members of the RCB franchise for their inability to secure more than one IPL title since the tournament’s inception in 2008.Here’s some of the social media posts are:

RCB’s Performance in WPL 2024

Throughout the WPL 2024 season, RCB exhibited commendable teamwork and skill, showcasing their ability to overcome adversity and perform under pressure. The team’s victory in the Eliminator against defending champions Mumbai Indians highlighted their competitive spirit and marked a significant improvement from their previous season’s struggles.

IPL 2008: RCB vs DC

In 2008, the esteemed Anil Kumble led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) to the IPL final during the tournament held in South Africa. However, their hopes of clinching the title were dashed by Adam Gilchrist’s Deccan Chargers, who emerged victorious, denying RCB the opportunity to lift the trophy.