Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Mega Auction It is going to be held in New Delhi on 27th November and foreign superstars like it. Laura Wolvaardt And Sophie Ecclestone What will attract attention is that the foundation of every championship-winning side is its Indian origins.
With only 50 Indian slots filled across five teams from a pool of 194 players, the demand for proven, high-utility Indian match-winners is exceptionally high. After the historic ODI World Cup win, many Indian stars are entering the auction at the peak of their careers. Franchises like UP Warriors, who have the biggest purse, will aggressively look to build their domestic backbone.
5 Indian players who can start a bidding war in the WPL auction
1. Deepti Sharma (allrounder)
- Previous team: UP Warriors (Continued)
- WPL Career Statistics: Matching: 25 | Run: 507 | Wickets: 27
Auction Magnet: Deepti enters the auction as arguably the most valuable player in the entire pool, Indian or foreign. His release by UP Warriors was a strategic move that has now given every other franchise a chance to acquire a world-class, multi-format player. Not only are his WPL numbers impressive (consistent runs and almost 30 wickets), but his recent form is also amazing, he was recently crowned Player of the Tournament. ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025She provides reliable off-spin, middle-order stability and leadership presence, Given his all-round skills and current pedigree, expect Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants and his former team, UPW, to enter into a sustained bidding war for his services,
2.Renuka Singh Thakur (fast bowler)
- Previous team: Royal Challengers Bangalore (Ongoing)
- wpl career statistics:match:23 | Wickets: 13 | BBI: 3/23
Powerplay Specialist: Renuka is a fast bowler who can swing the new ball and is one of India’s few genuine strike seamers. Her WPL stats may not fully reflect her value, as she has often played on spin-friendly tracks. However, he has been placed in marquee sets and his reputation as an international star is very high. Renuka is a vital component for any team looking for an Indian fast bowler, especially one who can provide early success. RCB does not have a Right to Match (RTM) card and along with this they also need depth in bowling. elise perryIf another team raises his price they are highly likely to activate it. Similarly, other teams like UP Warriors and Gujarat Giants will compete for this rare Indian pace asset.
3. Radha Yadav (spin bowler/lower order batsman)
- previous team: Delhi Capitals (Continued)
- wpl career statistics:match:20 | Run: 74 | Wickets: 14
left hand advantage: Radha is a quality slow left-arm orthodox spinner who performs quite well in the T20 format. She was the second-highest wicket-taker for Delhi Capitals in WPL 2024, proving her mettle in the star-studded bowling unit. Importantly, his combination of left-arm spin and electric fielding makes him a popular utility player. While DC has a limited budget, given their need for a quality Indian spinner and his history with the franchise they may try to get him back, possibly using an RTM if they have one (which they don’t, having retained five players). His base value is manageable, making him an attractive target for all teams, especially those looking to put a strain on Indian spin resources.
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4. Kranti Gaur (fast bowler)
- Previous team: UP Warriors (Continued)
- wpl career statistics:match:8 | Wickets: 6 | BBI: 4/25
untapped feeling:The Revolution represents the enormous potential often uncovered in the WPL. Although he played limited matches, his ability to take key wickets, including a four-wicket haul, proved his pedigree. Furthermore, his inclusion in India’s World Cup-winning team highlights his rising stock and current form. He is a capped Indian player this year, and his base price of ₹50 lakh reflects the growing expectations around him. Teams looking for a young Indian pace option with high upside, especially those with deep pockets like Gujarat Giants and UP Warriors, will likely raise his price much higher than his base price.
5. N Sri Charani (Spin bowler)
- previous team: Delhi Capitals (Continued)
- WPL Career Statistics: Matching: 2 | Wickets: 4 | BBI: 2/28
High-Impact Rookie: Sri Charani is the definition of a high-impact, low-WPL-experience player who has recently burst onto the international scene. Despite playing only two WPL games, she produced match-winning performances for India in the recent World Cup, and finished as the second-highest wicket-taker for the team. A young, left-arm spinner, she possesses the mystique and confidence of a match-winner. His previous franchise, DC, may struggle to re-acquire him due to their limited purse, which opens the door for UP Warriors and Mumbai Indians to aggressively target him. That is a long-term investment that can provide immediate returns.
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