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WPL 2027: Dates, Auction, and Retention Details Revealed
16 Sep
Summary
- The fifth Women's Premier League is scheduled from January 14 to February 7, 2027.
- Player auction for the 2027 WPL season will take place on October 28.
- Franchises must finalize player retentions by the September 28 deadline.
The fifth Women's Premier League (WPL) is slated to take place from January 14 to February 7, 2027. To kick off preparations, the player auction for the upcoming season will be held on October 28. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) made these announcements on Wednesday, though host cities for the matches are yet to be disclosed.
The BCCI has also set September 28 as the player retention deadline. This gives the five franchises an opportunity to retain players from their existing squads, allowing them to strategically build their teams for the new season. The WPL has been instrumental in fostering the growth of women's cricket, uniting premier players and providing a stage for emerging talent.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru emerged as champions in the 2026 edition, marking their second WPL title. The previous season's matches were hosted in Navi Mumbai and Baroda. The WPL, which began in 2023, has seen strong performances, with Mumbai Indians and RCB each securing multiple titles.
