WPL 2026 Auction: UP Warriorz Use RTM to Bring Back Deepti Sharma for ₹3.2 Cr

UP Warriorz Make Big Moves

The Warriorz didn’t stop at Deepti. They aggressively bolstered their squad with several high-impact players:

·         Shikha Pandey – ₹2.4 Cr

·         Meg Lanning – ₹1.9 Cr

·         Phoebe Litchfield – ₹1.2 Cr

·         Asha Sobhana – ₹1.1 Cr

The spending spree indicates UPW’s intent to challenge for the 2026 title with a balance of experience, power-hitting and frontline pace options.

MI Bring Back Amelia Kerr

The Mumbai Indians made their own headline by re-signing New Zealand’s all-round superstar Amelia Kerr for ₹3 crore, securing one of the most versatile talents in the women’s game.

Gujarat Giants Take Sophie Devine

Veteran Kiwi all-rounder Sophie Devine is headed to the Gujarat Giants after the franchise snapped her up for ₹2 crore, aiming to strengthen its top order and finishing ability.

Delhi Capitals Spend Big on Overseas Talent

The Delhi Capitals cracked open their purse for two dynamic all-rounders:

·         Chinelle Henry – ₹1.3 Cr

·         Nigar Charani – ₹1.3 Cr

Both additions signal Delhi’s strategy to deepen their bench with explosive batting and seam-bowling options.

RCB Strengthen Their Attack

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru invested smartly in their bowling department:

·         Lauren Bell – ₹90 Lakhs

·         Pooja Vastrakar – ₹85 Lakhs

Bell brings sharp swing, while Vastrakar adds a dual threat with the ball and lower-order hitting.

A Record-Setting Auction Signals WPL’s Rapid Rise

The fierce bidding, the use of RTM cards and the aggressive franchise strategies underscored the WPL’s evolution into one of the most competitive women’s cricket leagues globally. With teams prioritizing balance and star power, the 2026 season already promises to be the most exciting one yet.