The stage is set for the Women’s Premier League, WPL 2026 Mega Auction, and the excitement is higher than ever. The final list features 277 registered players, but only 73 slots are available across the five teams. This tight competition ensures that the auction will be intense, strategic and full of surprises.
Auction Set for 27 November in New Delhi
The WPL 2026 auction will take place on 27 November, starting at 3:30 PM in New Delhi. Compared to last year, the number of registered players has nearly doubled, showing how rapidly the league is growing in fame and popularity worldwide.
Balance of Indian and Overseas Players
Out of the 277 registered names:
- 194 are Indian players
- 52 capped
- 142 uncapped
- 83 are overseas players
- 66 capped
- 17 uncapped
Only 50 Indian and 23 overseas slots are open, which makes the competition extremely high.
8 Big Names in the Marquee Set
As always, the auction will begin with the marquee set, and this year’s list is packed with superstars.
These 8 players are expected to attract the biggest bids:
- Deepti Sharma (India)
- Renuka Singh (India)
- Sophie Devine (New Zealand)
- Sophie Ecclestone (England)
- Alyssa Healy (Australia)
- Meg Lanning (Australia)
- Amelia Kerr (New Zealand)
- Laura Wolvaardt (South Africa)
Among them, Renuka Singh and Wolvaardt are the only two with a base price below ₹50 lakh.
Which Teams Have the Biggest Purse?
With several players released, some franchises are entering the auction with large budgets.
The updated purse list is:
- UP Warriorz – ₹14.50 crore
- Gujarat Giants – ₹9 crore
- Royal Challengers Bangalore – ₹6.15 crore
- Mumbai Indians – ₹5.75 crore
- Delhi Capitals – ₹5.70 crore
UP Warriorz and Gujarat Giants are expected to make the most aggressive moves.
Base Price Categories
Players have been divided into three base-price brackets:
- ₹30 lakh – 88 players
- ₹40 lakh – 11 players
- ₹50 lakh – 19 players
The ₹30 lakh group is the largest, meaning multiple franchises may look for strong value picks here.
What Will Teams Focus On?
Most teams already have their core retained. Now, the key focus areas will be:
- Finishers
- Power hitters
- Wrist spinners
- Death-overs bowling
- Reliable all-rounders
Lower-ranked teams will see this auction as a chance to rebuild strongly for WPL 2026.
A High-Voltage Auction Ahead
With only 73 spots for 277 players, every bid will be crucial. Big stars, rising youngsters, and smart budget signings — WPL 2026 Mega Auction could shape the future of women’s cricket in India. Fans won’t have to wait long, as the countdown to 27 November has already begun.
