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WPL 2026: Delhi Gears Up for Player Bidding Frenzy
26 Nov
Summary
- 277 players will be auctioned on November 27 in Delhi.
- 73 slots are available, with 50 for Indian and 23 for overseas.
- Teams can retain up to five players, including uncapped Indians.

The much-anticipated Women's Premier League 2026 player auction is scheduled to take place on Thursday, November 27, in Delhi. A total of 277 players, comprising 194 Indians and 83 international cricketers, will go under the hammer as franchises aim to fill 73 available slots.
Each of the five franchises has the opportunity to retain a maximum of five players, with specific guidelines including the mandatory retention of at least one uncapped Indian player. This strategic retention phase allows teams to build a core squad before the bidding begins for other talents. The auction promises significant action and tactical decisions from team management.
The live broadcast of the WPL auction will be available on Star Sports Network in India, starting at 3:30 PM IST, with online streaming provided by JioHotstar. Prominent names like Meg Lanning, Amelia Kerr, and Deepti Sharma are expected to attract considerable interest from the bidding teams.



