WPL 2026: Retained Players and Franchise Budgets Announced
On Thursday, all five franchises participating in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) revealed their lists of retained players in anticipation of the WPL 2026 mega auction, set to take place on November 27 in New Delhi.
Franchise Retention Highlights
The defending champions, Mumbai Indians, along with Delhi Capitals, opted to retain five players each. Meanwhile, Royal Challengers Bengaluru has retained three players, while Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz retained two and one player, respectively.
Budget Breakdown for WPL Franchises
As teams prepare for the auction, here’s a detailed look at the remaining purses for each franchise:
- Mumbai Indians: Rs. 5.75 crore
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rs. 6.15 crore
- Delhi Capitals: Rs. 5.70 crore
- Gujarat Giants: Rs. 9 crore
- UP Warriorz: Rs. 14.5 crore
Upcoming Auction Details
With the auction only weeks away, teams will be strategizing on how to utilize their budgets effectively to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season.
