From Grace Harris to Sneh Rana, these five cricketers could prove costly omissions when the WPL 2026 auction gets underway.
The Women's Premier League franchises have made their retention and release calls ahead of the WPL 2026 auction, and not every decision looks straightforward in hindsight. Several experienced and impactful cricketers have been let go at relatively modest price points. Some of these players carry strong T20 records at the international level, while others have already shown what they can do inside the WPL itself.
Here are five players teams could regret releasing:
1. Asha Sobhana
UP Warriorz Women have released Asha Shobhana ahead of the upcoming season. The leg-spinner was acquired for INR 1.1 crore and has featured in 23 matches, picking up 20 wickets. Despite her experience in domestic and franchise cricket, Shobhana has had limited opportunities at the international level, having represented India in only six T20I matches. Her release could open the door for a fresh opportunity with another franchise in the Women's Premier League. She will aim to build on her experience and deliver consistent performances to strengthen her prospects in the upcoming seasons.