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The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 player auction is taking place on Wednesday, October 28, in Kochi. All five franchises are preparing to strengthen their squads ahead of the fifth edition of the tournament, which is scheduled to run from January 14 to February 7, 2027.
A total of 146 shortlisted players will go under the hammer, while the five teams will compete for 27 available slots with a combined remaining purse of ₹8.15 crore. The auction will be held at the Grand Hyatt Kochi, starting at 5:30 PM IST.
Fans can follow all the bidding action live on the Star Sports Network and through the JioHotstar app and website.
WPL 2027 Auction: Date, Time, Venue and Key Details
The WPL 2027 auction is an important opportunity for franchises to complete their squads before the upcoming season. With limited slots available, teams will need to make strategic decisions to secure their preferred players.
Here are the important details of the Women's Premier League 2027 auction:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Women's Premier League 2027 |
| Event | WPL 2027 Player Auction |
| Auction Date | Wednesday, October 28, 2026 |
| Auction Time | 5:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Grand Hyatt, Kochi |
| Total Shortlisted Players | 146 |
| Indian Players | 119 |
| Overseas Players | 27 |
| Total Available Slots | 27 |
| Combined Remaining Purse | ₹8.15 Crore |
| TV Channel | Star Sports Network |
| Online Streaming | JioHotstar |
WPL 2027 Auction Live Telecast: Which TV Channel Will Broadcast It?
Cricket fans in India can watch the WPL 2027 player auction live on the Star Sports Network. The television broadcast will cover the auction proceedings as franchises compete to sign their preferred players.
Viewers can follow the bidding action and see which Indian and overseas cricketers are selected by the five teams.
WPL 2027 Auction Live Streaming: How to Watch Online?
Fans who prefer watching the auction on mobile phones, laptops or other supported devices can tune in through the JioHotstar app and website.
The WPL 2027 auction live stream is scheduled to begin at 5:30 PM IST on October 28, 2026. Online viewers can follow the bidding process and keep track of the players selected by each franchise.
WPL 2027 Auction Players List: 146 Players Shortlisted, 119 Indians
A total of 146 cricketers have been shortlisted for the WPL 2027 auction. The player list includes 119 Indian players and 27 overseas cricketers, including six players from Associate Nations.
England's Sophia Dunkley and Australia's Sophie Molineux are among the biggest names in the auction shortlist, with both registering at a base price of ₹50 lakh.
Meanwhile, G. Kamalini, Kiran Navgire, Heather Graham and Jess Jonassen have entered the auction with a base price of ₹40 lakh each.
Interestingly, 106 players have registered at the minimum base price of ₹10 lakh, giving franchises several options to strengthen their squads within their available budgets.
WPL 2027 Auction: Team-Wise Purse and Remaining Slots
The five WPL franchises will enter the auction with a combined remaining purse of ₹8.15 crore. However, their budgets and squad requirements are different.
UP Warriorz have the biggest remaining purse of ₹3.75 crore and eight available slots. In comparison, Mumbai Indians have ₹90 lakh left and need to fill six positions, all reserved for Indian players.
Check the complete team-wise purse and available slots for the WPL 2027 auction:
| Team | Remaining Purse | Total Slots | Indian Slots | Overseas Slots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UP Warriorz | ₹3.75 crore | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Gujarat Giants | ₹1.25 crore | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | ₹1.15 crore | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Delhi Capitals | ₹1.10 crore | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Mumbai Indians | ₹90 lakh | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Total | ₹8.15 crore | 27 | 20 | 7 |
Which WPL Team Has the Highest Remaining Purse in 2027?
UP Warriorz have the highest remaining budget among the five franchises, with ₹3.75 crore available for the auction. They also have the most available positions, with eight slots to fill, including five Indian and three overseas players.
How Many Players Can Mumbai Indians Buy in the WPL 2027 Auction?
Mumbai Indians have six available slots and a remaining purse of ₹90 lakh. All six positions are reserved for Indian players, meaning the franchise has no overseas slots remaining.
Which Team Has the Fewest Available Slots in WPL 2027?
Gujarat Giants have the fewest available positions, with only three slots remaining. These include two Indian positions and one overseas position, with ₹1.25 crore available to spend.
WPL 2027 Auction: How Many Indian and Overseas Slots Are Available?
Across the five franchises, 27 positions are available in the WPL 2027 auction. These include 20 slots for Indian players and seven for overseas cricketers.
The player pool consists of 119 Indian and 27 overseas players, including six players from Associate Nations. With limited positions available, franchises will need to spend carefully while balancing their Indian and overseas player requirements.
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