The TATA WPL 2026 Auction has already produced some massive bids, with five players crossing the ₹1 crore mark so far. As franchises aggressively rebuild ahead of the new season, several marquee names have triggered intense bidding wars across the table.
Here are the Top 5 Most Expensive Players as of now at the WPL 2026 Auction:
1. Deepti Sharma — ₹3.20 crore (UP Warriorz)
Deepti Sharma became the costliest buy of the auction so far, securing a massive ₹3.20 crore deal.
Delhi Capitals initially picked her for ₹50 lakh, but UP Warriorz used their Right-to-Match (RTM) to bring their all-rounder back into the squad.
Deepti remains one of the most valuable Indian assets with her spin, batting depth, and experience.
2. Amelia Kerr — ₹3.00 crore (Mumbai Indians)
Star New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr returned to Mumbai Indians for ₹3 crore.
Kerr has been with MI since the inaugural 2023 season and played a key role in their maiden WPL title win.
This is one of the biggest buys of the day and strengthens MI’s spin-batting core again.
3. Sophie Devine — ₹2.00 crore (Gujarat Giants)
Sophie Devine was picked up by Gujarat Giants for ₹2 crore, after a fierce fight involving RCB, DC, and GG.
The Kiwi all-rounder had previously played for RCB and was part of their 2024 title-winning squad.
Her power-hitting and pace-bowling make her one of the most impactful overseas picks this season.
4. Meg Lanning — ₹1.90 crore (UP Warriorz)
Meg Lanning, who led Delhi Capitals to three consecutive WPL finals, was snapped by UP Warriorz for ₹1.90 crore.
DC fought hard but eventually backed out, allowing UPW to possibly rope in their new skipper, as predicted by Aakash Chopra.
A massive signing and a big leadership boost for UPW.
5. Laura Wolvaardt — ₹1.10 crore (Delhi Capitals)
South African star Laura Wolvaardt went to Delhi Capitals for ₹1.10 crore after a tight bidding contest with RCB.
Wolvaardt, the highest run-scorer at the Women’s ODI World Cup, adds huge value to DC’s top-order strength.
More updates coming as the auction continues…
