WPL 2027 Auction: 146 Players Shortlisted, Full Player List and Base Prices
The WPL 2027 auction is set to take place on October 28 in Kochi, Kerala, with 146 cricketers competing for a limited number of places across the five franchises. Teams will have to make careful decisions as they look to strengthen their squads for the upcoming Women’s Premier League season.
According to the reported shortlist, the auction will feature 119 Indian players and 27 overseas cricketers. However, only 27 squad places remain available, including 20 slots for Indian players and seven for overseas recruits.
WPL 2027 Auction Date, Venue and Player Slots
The auction is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in Kochi, Kerala. All five franchises will look to fill their remaining squad positions while staying within their available budgets.
| Auction detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Women’s Premier League 2027 |
| Auction date | October 28, 2026 |
| Venue | Kochi, Kerala |
| Total shortlisted players | 146 |
| Indian players | 119 |
| Overseas players | 27 |
| Available slots | 27 |
| Indian slots | 20 |
| Overseas slots | 7 |
The small number of available places compared with the size of the player pool could make the auction highly competitive. Several experienced international players will also compete with emerging Indian cricketers for contracts.
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Sophia Dunkley and Sophie Molineux Lead Highest Base-Price Bracket
England batter Sophia Dunkley and Australian all-rounder Sophie Molineux have registered at the highest base price of ₹50 lakh. They are the two players in this top bracket, making them notable names to follow when bidding begins.
Four players have registered at ₹40 lakh: Indian players G. Kamalini and Kiran Navgire, along with Australia’s Heather Graham and Australia’s Jess Jonassen. Their base prices put them among the notable names in the auction pool.
The base-price distribution is as follows:
| Base price | Number of players |
|---|---|
| ₹50 lakh | 2 |
| ₹40 lakh | 4 |
| ₹30 lakh | 30 |
| ₹20 lakh | 4 |
| ₹10 lakh | 106 |
| Total | 146 |
Most shortlisted players have entered the auction at a base price of ₹10 lakh. This gives franchises a broad range of options as they balance squad needs, available funds and long-term plans.
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Indian Players to Watch in the WPL 2027 Auction
The Indian contingent includes 22 capped players and 97 uncapped cricketers. G. Kamalini, Kiran Navgire, Sneh Rana, Taniyaa Bhatia, Uma Chetry, Saika Ishaque and Asha Sobhana are among the names in the reported shortlist.
The uncapped category also offers franchises an opportunity to invest in domestic talent. Players such as Vrinda Dinesh, Shweta Sehrawat, Disha Kasat and Gautami Naik are among the Indian names listed in the auction pool. Their eventual destinations will depend on team requirements and bidding decisions.
Overseas Players Add More Competition
The overseas group contains 27 players, including 14 capped and 13 uncapped cricketers. Six players in this contingent come from Associate Nations.
With only seven overseas positions available, franchises will need to prioritise the roles they want to fill. Teams could focus on players who provide a specific skill set, such as power hitting, spin bowling, pace or all-round ability.
The auction will therefore be about more than signing big names. Each team must build a balanced squad while making the most of its remaining purse.
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What to Expect From the WPL 2027 Auction
The October 28 event will be an important opportunity for franchises to address gaps in their squads before the new season. The competition for just 27 places means not every shortlisted player will secure a contract.
Sophia Dunkley and Sophie Molineux headline the highest base-price group, while the large pool of uncapped Indian players could provide teams with promising domestic options. The final outcome will depend on each franchise’s strategy, budget and assessment of the players available.
FAQs
When will the WPL 2027 auction take place?
The auction is scheduled for October 28, 2026, in Kochi, Kerala.
How many players are shortlisted for the WPL 2027 auction?
A total of 146 players are in the reported shortlist, including 119 Indians and 27 overseas players.
How many slots are available?
The five franchises have 27 available slots to fill: 20 for Indian players and seven for overseas players.
Who has the highest base price in the WPL 2027 auction?
Sophia Dunkley of England and Sophie Molineux of Australia have registered at a base price of ₹50 lakh.
What is the lowest base price?
The lowest listed base price is ₹10 lakh, selected by 106 players.
