The mega auction for Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 is set to unfold on November 27 (Thursday) in New Delhi, marking the beginning of the fourth roster-building cycle for the tournament. With all five franchises eager to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season, the auction promises intense bidding wars and major strategic moves.
Ahead of the auction, the five teams combined have retained 16 players, leaving ample room for fresh talent to be drafted into lineups.
227 players, 73 slots: A competitive player pool awaits WPL 2026 Auction
A total of 227 players have registered for the WPL 2026 auction, competing for 73 vacant slots across the five franchises. The player list features a strong mix of established internationals, rising domestic stars, and overseas match-winners.
Breakdown of Base Price Categories:
- ₹50 lakh bracket: 19 players
- ₹40 lakh bracket: 11 players
- ₹30 lakh bracket: 88 players
These price brackets are expected to see fierce bidding, especially for all-rounders and high-impact overseas players who have historically dominated WPL auctions.
Star-studded marquee list features world-class Talent
The marquee category for WPL 2026 showcases some of the biggest names in women’s cricket. Teams will undoubtedly tune their strategies to secure at least one or two of these elite performers:
- Deepti Sharma (India)
- Renuka Singh (India)
- Sophie Devine (New Zealand)
- Sophie Ecclestone (England)
- Alyssa Healy (Australia)
- Amelia Kerr (New Zealand)
- Meg Lanning (Australia)
- Laura Wolvaardt (South Africa)
These eight stars headline the auction and are expected to trigger aggressive bidding battles, especially given their proven match-winning abilities in global leagues and international cricket.
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WPL 2026 Auction: Available slots and remaining RTM
| Franchise | Total players | Overseas players | Uncapped players | RTM remaining | Available slots | Overseas slots |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 4 |
| Gujarat Giants | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 4 |
| Mumbai Indians | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 4 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 5 |
| UP Warriorz | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 17 | 6 |
WPL 2026 Auction: Purse remaining with each team
- UP Warriorz: INR 14.5 crore
- Gujarat Giants: INR 9 crore
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru: INR 6.15 crore
- Mumbai Indians: INR 5.75 crore
- Delhi Capitals: INR 5.7 crore
Where to watch WPL 2026 Auction LIVE?
Fans eager to follow the action can catch the entire auction live across multiple platforms.
Broadcast Details:
- TV: Star Sports (Official Broadcaster)
- Date & Time: November 27, from 3:30 PM IST
- Live Streaming: JioStar app and website
Also READ: WPL 2026 Auction – 5 Indian players who can start fierce bidding wars
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
