UP Warriorz Snap Up Australia Captain Sophie Molineux for Rs 1.1 Crore in WPL 2027 Mini‑Auction

Auction Summary

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2027 mini‑auction concluded after a brisk session of competitive bidding. Twenty‑five players found franchises, with the headline deal being Australian captain and off‑spinner Sophie Molineux joining UP Warriorz for Rs 1.1 crore, the highest price paid at this auction.

Key Purchases

• Sophie Molineux (Australia) – UP Warriorz – Rs 1.1 crore (outbid Royal Challengers Bengaluru).
• Kiran Navgire (India) – Delhi Capitals – Rs 75 lakh (won after a bid from Mumbai Indians).
• Uma Kashvi (15‑year‑old, India) – Delhi Capitals – signed as the youngest player in the auction.
• Grace Harris, Sneh Rana, Asha Sobhana, Sushma Verma, Chloe Tryon, Tejal Hasabnis, Orla Prendergast – each at Rs 30 lakh.
• Jonassen & Chloe Tryon – overseas all‑rounders added by RCB after a two‑hour wait.
• Tejal Hasabnis & Vrinda Dinesh – further RCB sign‑ons.
• Six Indian players (total Rs 70 lakh) – signed by Mumbai Indians, including Akshita Bhagat for Rs 10 lakh (final purchase).
• Kamalini (wicket‑keeper batter) & Orla Prendergast – added by Gujarat Giants at base prices.

Franchise Strategies

• UP Warriorz filled all eight roster slots, anchoring their squad with the marquee overseas signing.
• Delhi Capitals blended experience (Navgire) with youth (Kashvi).
• RCB adopted a cautious approach, waiting nearly two hours before committing to overseas talent.
• Mumbai Indians focused on Indian depth, acquiring six domestic players for a modest combined outlay.

What Comes Next?

With the auction closed, teams will shift to squad‑building, training camps, and pre‑season friendlies ahead of the 2027 WPL season, scheduled to start later in the year. Fans can verify the official player‑list on the WPL website or each franchise’s social‑media channels.

--- *All figures and player movements are taken from the ABP Live report dated 9 May 2024.*