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WPL Auction 2026: 277 Players Vie for Glory
27 Nov, 2025
Summary
- The first WPL mega auction will feature 277 players for 73 slots.
- The league has become a top global T20 destination.
- Franchises will rebuild their squads in this significant event.
The Women's Premier League (WPL) is holding its first-ever mega auction today, November 27th, in New Delhi. This pivotal event sees 277 players, comprising 194 Indian and 83 overseas athletes, competing for 73 coveted slots. Franchises are anticipating substantial squad overhauls as the league solidifies its status as a leading global T20 competition, with the tournament window scheduled for January 2026.
The auction, commencing at 3:30 PM IST, will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network and streamed on JioHotstar. Smriti Mandhana's record ₹3.40 crore signing from the inaugural season remains a benchmark. This year's auction pool includes notable recent World Cup performers and international stars, promising intense bidding wars as teams aim to secure talent for the upcoming season.
Having rapidly grown since its 2023 debut, the WPL is now valued higher than Pakistan's PSL, underscoring its significant impact on women's cricket. The five participating franchises—Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Giants, and UP Warriorz—will aim to fill their rosters, with a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 18 players per squad, including a mix of Indian and overseas talent.
