WPL 2026 Mega Auction: Full Squads, Top Buys & Complete Breakdown

WPL 2026 Mega Auction Full Squads, Top Buys & Complete Breakdown

Introduction

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Mega Auction delivered drama, strategy, and several high-value signings as all five franchises reshaped their squads for the upcoming season. Held on 27 November 2025 in New Delhi, the auction saw 67 players sold, including 23 overseas stars, with a total spending of ₹40.8 crore across teams.

Teams entered the auction with clear strategies — strengthening leadership, adding pace options, and securing long-term performers. Here’s a complete breakdown of every squad, key moves, and how each franchise shaped up for the 2026 season.

WPL 2026 — Team-Wise Full Squads

UP Warriorz (UPW)

UP Warriorz had one of the most balanced auctions, blending Indian talents with experienced overseas performers. The inclusion of Meg Lanning provides massive leadership strength, while Sophie Ecclestone remains their strike weapon.

UP Warriorz Full Squad

  • Shweta Sehrawat
  • Deepti Sharma (RTM)
  • Sophie Ecclestone
  • Meg Lanning
  • Phoebe Litchfield
  • Kiran Navgire
  • Harleen Deol
  • Kranti Goud
  • Asha Sobhana
  • Deandra Dottin
  • Shikha Pandey
  • Shipra Giri
  • Simran Shaikh
  • Tara Norris
  • Chloe Tryon
  • Suman Meena
  • G. Trisha
  • Pratika Rawal

Mumbai Indians (MI)

Mumbai Indians retained their powerful core with Harmanpreet, Nat Sciver-Brunt, and Hayley Matthews. They further strengthened their all-round depth with Amelia Kerr and Shabnim Ismail.

Mumbai Indians Full Squad

  • Harmanpreet Kaur
  • Nat Sciver-Brunt
  • Hayley Matthews
  • Amanjot Kaur
  • G. Kamalini
  • Amelia Kerr
  • Shabnim Ismail
  • Sanskriti Gupta
  • Sajana Sajeevan
  • Rahila Firdous
  • Nicola Carey
  • Poonam Khemnar
  • Triveni Vasistha
  • Nalla Reddy
  • Saika Ishaque
  • Milly Illingworth

Gujarat Giants (GG)

Gujarat Giants had one of the most aggressive auctions, signing Beth Mooney, Ashleigh Gardner, and Sophie Devine to form an exceptionally strong overseas core.

Gujarat Giants Full Squad

  • Ashleigh Gardner
  • Beth Mooney
  • Sophie Devine
  • Renuka Singh
  • Bharti Fulmali
  • Titas Sadhu
  • Kanika Ahuja
  • Anushka Sharma
  • Tanuja Kanwer
  • Georgia Wareham
  • Kim Gart
  • Yastika Bhatia
  • Shivani Singh
  • Ayushi Soni
  • Rajeshwari Gaykwad

Delhi Capitals (DC)

Delhi Capitals focused on continuity, retaining strong Indian performers while adding impactful overseas all-rounders. Their squad remains one of the most stable and experienced.

Delhi Capitals Full Squad

  • Shafali Verma
  • Titas Sadhu
  • Jess Jonassen
  • Taniyaa Bhatia
  • Marizanne Kapp
  • Poonam Yadav
  • Laura Harris
  • Alice Capsey
  • Arundhati Reddy
  • Aparna Roy
  • Shubha Sathees
  • Grace Harris
  • Radha Yadav
  • Jasia Akhtar
  • Sneha Deepthi

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

RCB focused on power hitting and bowling depth, adding international talent around Smriti Mandhana. With new all-rounders and pacers, the squad looks the most balanced in years.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Full Squad

  • Smriti Mandhana
  • Ellyse Perry
  • Richa Ghosh
  • Sophie Molineux
  • Georgia Voll
  • Roshni Bisht
  • Shreyanka Patil
  • Kate Cross
  • Aditi Singh
  • Indrani Roy
  • Sahana Pawar
  • Shradda Pokharkar
  • Nadine de Klerk
  • Manojna Madhuri
  • Fatima Jaffer
  • Shikha Chauhan

 

Key Highlights from the WPL 2026 Auction

Major Buys

  • Beth Mooney and Ashleigh Gardner headline Gujarat Giants’ lineup.
  • Meg Lanning’s return adds experience to UP Warriorz.
  • Amelia Kerr and Shabnim Ismail bolster MI’s all-round and pace depth.
  • Sophie Devine strengthens Gujarat’s leadership group.

  • Nadine de Klerk gives RCB a versatile all-rounder.

Budget Utilization

  • Teams spent aggressively on overseas all-rounders.
  • Indian uncapped talents like Shipra Giri, Kranti Goud, and G. Kamalini received notable interest.
  • Pace bowlers saw high demand due to upcoming spin-friendly venues requiring wicket-takers.

Which Team Looks the Strongest for WPL 2026?

  • Mumbai Indians retain balance across departments.
  • Gujarat Giants have the most explosive overseas trio.
  • UP Warriorz gained the biggest leadership upgrade with Meg Lanning.
  • Delhi Capitals remain steady with a core built for consistency.
  • RCB look the most improved compared to last season.

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