WPL Auction 2026: Full List of Players, Base Price, Winning Bids & Team Picks

The buzz around the WPL Auction 2026 reached peak excitement as franchises battled fiercely to build championship-worthy squads. From high-value signings to surprise steals, the auction delivered intense bidding wars, with teams prioritising top Indian talent and proven global stars.

WPL Auction 2026: A Thrilling Start to the New Season

The auction drama ignited early when UP Warriorz used their Right to Match (RTM) card to retain Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma for ₹3.2 crore, matching Delhi Capitals’ aggressive bid. This record signing instantly established the tone for a competitive auction day.

Another key moment came when New Zealand legend Sophie Devine became the first name under the hammer, signing with Gujarat Giants for ₹2 crore, signalling that teams were ready to invest heavily ahead of the upcoming season.

WPL 2026: Schedule, Venues & Format

The fourth edition of the Women’s Premier League will kick off on January 9, with matches set to take place in Navi Mumbai and Vadodara. The season has been advanced to accommodate the Men’s T20 World Cup starting February 7.

The caravan format continues this year:

• First leg at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
• Final phase and championship match in Vadodara on February 5

With the tournament heading to fresh venues, defending champions Mumbai Indians will aim to secure back-to-back titles.

WPL 2026 Auction: Complete Player List, Base Price & Winning Bids

Player	Base Price	Team	Winning Bid
Sophie Devine	₹50 L	Gujarat Giants	₹2 crore
Renuka Singh	₹40 L	Gujarat Giants	₹60 lakh
Deepti Sharma	₹50 L	UP Warriorz	₹3.2 crore
Laura Wolvaardt	₹30 L	Delhi Capitals	₹1.1 crore
Amelia Kerr	₹50 L	Mumbai Indians	₹3 crore
Meg Lanning	₹50 L	UP Warriorz	₹1.9 crore
Sophie Ecclestone	₹50 L	UP Warriorz	₹85 lakh
Bharti Fulmali	₹30 L	Gujarat Giants	₹70 lakh
Phoebe Litchfield	₹50 L	UP Warriorz	₹1.2 crore
Georgia Voll	₹40 L	RCB	₹60 lakh
Kiran Navgire	₹40 L	UP Warriorz	₹60 lakh
Chinelle Henry	₹30 L	Delhi Capitals	₹1.3 crore
Sree Charani	₹30 L	Delhi Capitals	₹1.3 crore
Nadine de Klerk	₹30 L	RCB	₹65 lakh
Sneh Rana	₹30 L	Delhi Capitals	₹50 lakh
Radha Yadav	₹30 L	RCB	₹65 lakh
Harleen Deol	₹50 L	UP Warriorz	₹50 lakh
Lizelle Lee	₹30 L	Delhi Capitals	₹30 lakh
Lauren Bell	₹30 L	RCB	₹90 lakh
Kranti Gaud	₹50 L	UP Warriorz	₹50 lakh

With the WPL Auction 2026 creating high-stakes competition, teams now gear up for a challenging season. As domestic talent rises alongside global stars, the upcoming edition promises thrilling contests, inspiring performances, and unforgettable cricketing moments.

The road to the WPL title begins January 9 - let the battle begin!