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Royal Challengers Bengaluru Name Malolan Rangarajan Women’s Head Coach for WPL 2026

The appointment follows a calendar shift to January–February that overlaps with Luke WilliamsBig Bash League duties.

Overview

  • RCB confirmed the move on November 6 via its official X account, elevating Rangarajan from within the existing staff.
  • Rangarajan, a former Tamil Nadu spinner, has spent six years in various roles with the franchise.
  • He was assistant coach during RCB’s title-winning WPL campaign in 2024.
  • Rangarajan steps in with Luke Williams expected to miss the tournament due to his Adelaide Strikers commitment in the BBL.
  • The fourth WPL season is scheduled for January–February 2026 as India co-hosts the men’s T20 World Cup with Sri Lanka in the following window.