Mumbai, December 9, 2023 – The Women’s Premier League (WPL) auction is set to ignite cricket enthusiasts’ excitement as franchises gear up to secure their star players for the upcoming season. Here’s a breakdown of the key highlights:
Gujarat Giants’ Redemption Quest: After finishing at the bottom in the last edition, the Gujarat Giants enter the auction with the heftiest purse of INR 5.95 crore1. Their mission: to rebuild a formidable squad after releasing overseas talents like Sutherland, Wareham, Garth, and Sophia Dunkley.
RCB’s Busy Day: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will be the second-busiest team, aiming to fill seven slots, including three overseas players. With a squad limit of 18, RCB faces crucial decisions to bolster their lineup.
UP Warriorz and Mumbai Indians: UP Warriorz, armed with INR 4 crore, and Mumbai Indians, with INR 2.1 crore, both have five slots to fill2. Their strategies will be closely watched as they seek the right mix of talent.
Delhi Capitals’ Calculated Moves: Last year’s finalists, Delhi Capitals, tread cautiously. They can add a maximum of three players, including one overseas gem, to their existing squad.
The WPL 2024 auction promises drama, surprises, and intense bidding wars. Stay tuned for live coverage on Sports 18 Network and Jio Cinema. Cricket fans, mark your calendars for February-March 2024—the battle for the WPL 2024 championship crown begins.
