by The highly anticipated TATA WPL 2025 Auction took place on December 15, 2024, in Bengaluru, where all five franchises of the Women’s Premier League participated in a fast-paced, 2.5-hour auction. A total of 140 players were shortlisted, featuring Indian stars, international talent, and uncapped players. With only 19 slots remaining across all teams, franchises were focused on making impactful buys to strengthen their squads.
The auction witnessed some exciting moments, with Simran Shaikh becoming the most expensive player, sold to Gujarat Giants for an astonishing ₹1.90 crore. Another highlight was the purchase of 16-year-old sensation G Kamalini, who fetched ₹1.60 crore from Mumbai Indians. Gujarat Giants dominated the auction by spending ₹4 crore on four players, including overseas stars Deandra Dottin and Danielle Gibson.
Top 5 Most Expensive Buys at TATA WPL 2025 Auction
| Player | Price | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Simran Shaikh | ₹1.90 crore | Gujarat Giants |
| Deandra Dottin | ₹1.70 crore | Gujarat Giants |
| G Kamalini | ₹1.60 crore | Mumbai Indians |
| Prema Rawat | ₹1.20 crore | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| N. Charani | ₹55 lakh | Delhi Capitals |
Full List of Sold Players at TATA WPL 2025 Auction
Gujarat Giants (GG) Buys
| Player | Base Price | Sold Price |
|---|---|---|
| Simran Shaikh | ₹50 lakh | ₹1.90 crore |
| Deandra Dottin | ₹30 lakh | ₹1.70 crore |
| Danielle Gibson | ₹30 lakh | ₹30 lakh |
| Prakashika Naik | ₹10 lakh | ₹10 lakh |
Mumbai Indians (MI) Buys
| Player | Base Price | Sold Price |
|---|---|---|
| G Kamalini | ₹10 lakh | ₹1.60 crore |
| Nadine De Klerk | ₹30 lakh | ₹30 lakh |
| Akshita Maheshwari | ₹20 lakh | ₹20 lakh |
| Sanskriti Gupta | ₹10 lakh | ₹10 lakh |
Delhi Capitals (DC) Buys
| Player | Base Price | Sold Price |
|---|---|---|
| N. Charani | ₹10 lakh | ₹55 lakh |
| Sarah Bryce | ₹10 lakh | ₹10 lakh |
| Nandini Kashyap | ₹10 lakh | ₹10 lakh |
| Niki Prasad | ₹10 lakh | ₹10 lakh |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Buys
| Player | Base Price | Sold Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prema Rawat | ₹10 lakh | ₹1.20 crore |
| Raghvi Bist | ₹10 lakh | ₹10 lakh |
| Joshitha V J | ₹10 lakh | ₹10 lakh |
| Jagravi Pawar | ₹10 lakh | ₹10 lakh |
UP Warriorz (UPW) Buys
| Player | Base Price | Sold Price |
|---|---|---|
| Alana King | ₹30 lakh | ₹30 lakh |
| Arushi Goel | ₹10 lakh | ₹10 lakh |
| Kranti Goud | ₹10 lakh | ₹10 lakh |
Auction Highlights
- Most Expensive Buy: Simran Shaikh (₹1.90 crore by Gujarat Giants).
- Young Talent in Demand: 16-year-old G Kamalini fetched ₹1.60 crore from Mumbai Indians.
- Team with Maximum Spending: Gujarat Giants, with ₹4 crore spent on four players.
- Bargain Buys: Players like Danielle Gibson (₹30 lakh) and Alana King (₹30 lakh) turned out to be smart investments.
The auction promises a thrilling upcoming season of the Women’s Premier League as franchises strategically filled their squads with a mix of established stars and young talents. Fans can’t wait to see how these teams perform when the league begins!
