WPL 2027 full squads: How MI, RCB, DC, GG, UPW stack up after the auction
The WPL 2027 mini-auction concluded with five franchises filling 27 roster slots, featuring high-profile signings like Sophie Molineux. The league continues to grow as it enters its fifth season, with teams finalizing their squads for upcoming competition.
Why it matters
The WPL auction reflects the expanding commercial and professional landscape of women's cricket in India.
The WPL 2027 mini auction was held in Kochi on Wednesday, October 28, with 150 players going under the hammer.The five franchises — Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz — had a total of 27 slots to fill.Australia captain Sophie Molineux was the most expensive player at the auction, joining UP Warriorz for Rs 1.10 crore. Delhi Capitals signed Kiran Navgire for Rs 75 lakh.Other notable buys included Australian players Jess Jonassen and Grace Harris. Royal Challengers Bengaluru signed Jonassen for Rs 40 lakh, while UP Warriorz secured Harris for Rs 30 lakh.India's young wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini also attracted a bid of Rs 40 lakh, joining Gujarat Giants.The 2027 season will be the fifth edition of the WPL, which began in 2023.
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