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WPL 2027 Auction Live Updates: 150 Players to Go Under the Hammer for 27 Slots

Franchises will bid for 150 players, including 122 Indians and 28 overseas players, with only 27 roster spots available.

  • On Wednesday, October 28, the WPL 2027 mini auction commenced in Kochi, with 150 players competing for 27 available roster spots across five franchises.
  • Ahead of the 2027 season, franchises are looking to bolster their squads with UP Warriorz entering the event holding the largest remaining purse of ₹3.75 crore.
  • Australia captain Sophie Molineux and England opener Sophia Dunkley lead overseas interest, while 97 uncapped Indian players compete for 20 remaining domestic slots.
  • Young talent remains central to the auction, as 15-year-olds Uma Kashvi and Anshu Nagar enter as the youngest players hoping to secure WPL contracts.
  • This event marks a critical reset for teams aiming to balance their squads before the 2027 season, integrating new talent while maintaining competitive cores.
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ESPN broke the news in United States on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
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