WPL 2027 Auction Concludes in Kochi: Full Squads and Salaries Revealed

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction concluded in Kochi, Kerala, on Wednesday, with the five participating franchises successfully filling 25 of the 27 available slots. A total of 146 players were shortlisted for the auction as teams looked to address squad gaps ahead of the upcoming season.

Auction Highlights and Top Buys

• Sophie Molineux: Australian all-rounder emerged as the most expensive signing, joining UP Warriorz for Rs 1.1 crore.
• Kiran Navgire: Indian batter secured by Delhi Capitals for Rs 75 lakh.
• Jess Jonassen: Australian all-rounder signed by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for Rs 40 lakh.
• Gunalan Kamalini: Wicketkeeper-batter acquired by Gujarat Giants for Rs 40 lakh.
• Shweta Sehrawat: Uncapped player who became Mumbai Indians' most expensive purchase among their six buys at Rs 20 lakh.

Team Squad Strengths

During the mini-auction, 25 players were signed across all five teams. UP Warriorz made the most purchases by adding eight players, while Gujarat Giants acquired the fewest with three. UP Warriorz, Gujarat Giants, and Mumbai Indians finalized full-strength 18-member squads for the upcoming season. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals and defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru completed their auctions with 17 players each in their respective squads.

Verification and Practical Implications

Fans and analysts can verify the original announcements and full squad breakdowns by checking official Women's Premier League channels and franchise updates. The auction process allows teams to balance their budgets and fine-tune player combinations following the retention phase.