WPL 2027: Delhi Capitals Finalize 17-Player Squad Following Kochi Auction

Following the conclusion of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction in Kochi, Delhi Capitals have finalized their 17-player roster. The franchise utilized the auction to strengthen their squad depth, successfully adding four new players to their retained core.

Financial Overview and Auction Strategy

Delhi Capitals entered the auction with a focus on strategic reinforcements. According to the reported figures:

• Total Squad Strength: 17 players (11 Indian, 6 overseas).
• Auction Expenditure: Rs 1.05 crore.
• Retention Expenditure: Rs 13.9 crore.
• Remaining Purse: Rs 5 lakh.

New Signings

The team management added four players to bolster their lineup:

• Kiran Navgire: Signed for Rs 75 lakh.
• Kashvi Kandikuppa: Signed for Rs 10 lakh.
• Nazma Khan: Signed for Rs 10 lakh.
• Kirstie Gordon: Signed for Rs 10 lakh (Overseas spinner).

Retained Core

The franchise retained 13 players ahead of the auction, maintaining a strong foundation of talent including Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, and international stars like Marizanne Kapp and Laura Wolvaardt.

Fans and stakeholders can verify these team compositions and financial details through the official WPL portal or the official Delhi Capitals website for the most accurate and updated information regarding individual contracts and player availability.