Preparations for the upcoming season of the Women's Premier League have reached a crucial stage as franchises prepare for today's player auction. Following the announcement of retention lists by all participating teams recently, the focus has now shifted to filling the remaining gaps in the squads. With very few roster spots left to grab, cricket enthusiasts are eager to know the exact schedule of the event and the platforms where they can catch all the live action.
Five Teams Hold Just 27 Open Slots With 8.15 Crore Rupees Remaining
The player auction for the Women's Premier League 2027 is scheduled to take place today in Kochi. A total of five teams will participate in the tournament for the upcoming season as well. A review of the current team compositions reveals that there are only 27 vacant spots left to be filled during the bidding process. This includes 20 slots for Indian players and seven slots designated for overseas players. Furthermore, franchises have limited financial flexibility, with all five teams holding a combined total of 8.15 crore rupees in their remaining purses to acquire new talent.
All Eyes on Sneha Rana and Chamari Athapaththu
A total of 146 players from across India and around the world have officially registered their names for the auction pool, meaning more than 100 players will ultimately go unsold. Among the prominent names expected to attract intense bidding wars, India's Sneha Rana stands out after being released by her previous franchise. West Indies powerhouse Deandra Dottin and Sri Lanka star Chamari Athapaththu will also feature prominently in the auction pool. Meanwhile, UP Warriorz enters the day with a distinct advantage as they hold the largest remaining purse. The franchise has 3.75 crore rupees left, giving them significant buying power to secure their preferred targets.
Auction Starts at 5 PM Today on Star Sports and JioHotstar
The bidding process for today's auction is set to commence at 5 PM in the evening. Because franchises have a limited number of player slots to fill, the event is not expected to stretch out for an extended period and could wrap up well before 8 PM. Fans who want to follow the live action on television can tune in to Star Sports, while mobile users can stream the entire event live on JioHotstar.
