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• 03/19/2024
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The RCB Unbox event commenced with grandeur at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, featuring a remarkable gesture from the RCB men’s team towards their victorious women counterparts. Led by Smriti Mandhana, the RCB Women’s Premier League (WPL) title-winning team was welcomed onto the field by a guard of honour formed by the RCB men, including Virat Kohli, amidst resounding cheers and applause. This heartwarming scene symbolized the unity and support within the RCB franchise.

In their second attempt, the RCB women’s team achieved what had eluded the men’s team for 16 years – clinching the championship title. Their victory in the WPL 2024 final against Delhi Capitals marked a historic moment for the franchise, fulfilling the aspirations of countless Bengaluru fans. While the men’s team had come close to IPL glory several times, the women’s team accomplished the long-awaited feat, igniting chants of ‘Ee sala Cup Namdu’ – ‘This year, the cup is ours’.

The men’s team’s admiration and respect for the women’s champions exemplified the camaraderie and mutual appreciation within the RCB family. This gesture, applauded by fans and observers alike, underscored the significance of recognizing and celebrating the achievements of women athletes in cricket.

Smriti Mandhana led WPL Champions RCB welcomed at Chinnaswamy

As the Unbox event unfolded, Mandhana and her teammates basked in the affectionate reception from the crowd, taking a victorious lap around the ground. The Chinnaswamy Stadium held special significance for the women’s team, having witnessed their triumphant performances during the WPL 2024, where they secured three wins out of five matches.

Smriti Mandhana led WPL Champions RCB welcomed at Chinnaswamy.#RCBUnbox pic.twitter.com/6wMf7F25I4

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The overwhelming support and enthusiasm from fans made the atmosphere electric. Mandhana paused during her speeches to allow the crowd’s excitement to subside. Such enthusiasm and devotion towards RCB highlighted Bengaluru’s deep-rooted passion for cricket.