WPL 2026 Mega Auction Updates: UP Buys Pratika Rawal For Rs 50 Lakh; Deepti Sharma Breaks The Bank

A total of 67 players found buyers at the auction, marking a busy and competitive day for all five franchises. Deepti Sharma stood out as the costliest purchase, reaffirming her stature as one of India's premier all-rounders. With team combinations now locked in, franchises will immediately shift their attention to pre-season planning as the new WPL season kicks off in January.

The conclusion of the WPL auction also sets the stage for another major cricketing event. Fans and franchises now gear up for the IPL 2026 mini-auction, scheduled for December 16, where teams will look to strengthen their cores ahead of a crucial transitional phase in the league. With major international players expected to be in the auction pool, another high-intensity bidding battle awaits.