WPL 2026 Mega Auction: Deepti Sharma & Renuka Singh Only Indians in Marquee Set
The countdown to the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Mega Auction has begun, with the BCCI confirming that the high-stakes auction will take place on November 27 in New Delhi. A total of 277 players will go under the hammer, but all eyes are on India’s Deepti Sharma and Renuka Singh, the only two Indian cricketers named in the elite marquee list.
Announcement
The marquee pool features global heavyweights including Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Ecclestone, Alyssa Healy, Meg Lanning, and Laura Wolvaardt. While six players have opted for the INR 50 lakh base price, Renuka Singh has listed herself at INR 40 lakh, and Laura Wolvaardt at INR 30 lakh.
Deepti Sharma, fresh off being named Player of the Tournament in India’s victorious 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup campaign, is expected to attract fierce bidding. With UP Warriorz holding four Right-to-Match cards, they could attempt to bring Deepti back into their setup.
Background
A total of 277 players—including 194 Indians and 83 overseas players—will compete for 73 slots across five franchises.
Key numbers:
• 52 capped and 142 uncapped Indians
• 66 overseas capped and 17 overseas uncapped players
• 19 players in the highest base price bracket of INR 50 lakh
• 88 players in the INR 30 lakh bracket
Notable inclusions in the top category include Harleen Deol, Uma Chetry, and Kranti Gaud.
Absentees include top Australian stars Tahlia McGrath and Sophie Molineux, making the auction dynamics even more unpredictable.
Among franchises, UP Warriorz enter with the largest purse at INR 14.50 crore, followed by Gujarat Giants (INR 9 crore).
Industry Buzz
The inclusion of Thailand’s Thipatcha Putthawong, USA’s Tara Norris, and UAE duo Esha Oza and Theertha Satish showcases the WPL’s growing global footprint. With MI and DC entering the auction without RTM options, other franchises could dominate the early bidding.
What’s Next
The auction is expected to reshape squads ahead of the landmark WPL 2026 season, with several young Indian uncapped talents pushing for breakout contracts.
Final Thoughts from TheTrendingPeople.com
The WPL 2026 Mega Auction stands as a defining moment for women’s cricket, signalling how far the sport has evolved in depth, talent and global reach. With over 270 players vying for limited spots, franchises must balance strategy, squad chemistry and long-term planning. Deepti Sharma and Renuka Singh’s presence in the marquee list highlights India’s growing star power on the world stage. The WPL continues to serve as a vital platform for emerging cricketers, associate-nation talent and global icons to share the same stage. As we move toward November 27, expectations are rising for one of the most competitive auctions in women’s cricket.