The WPL 2027 auction in Kochi on October 28 saw all five franchises add notable players to their squads.
The WPL 2027 auction took place in Kochi on October 28, 2026, with all five franchises reshaping their squads ahead of the upcoming season. Several players changed hands in competitive bidding, with a few deals standing out as particularly smart pieces of business.
Each franchise secured at least one player who could make a meaningful difference to their combination. Here is a look at the best signing for each of the five WPL teams from the October 28 auction.
Here are best signing for each franchise:
1. Kiran Navgire — Delhi Capitals
Kiran Navgire entered the WPL 2027 auction at a base price of INR 40 lakh and was eventually secured by Delhi Capitals for INR 75 lakh. Mumbai Indians also placed bids for the hard-hitting batter, underlining the demand she attracted on the day.
Navgire spent four seasons with UP Warriorz, accumulating 435 runs across 31 WPL matches, which included three half-centuries. She has also represented India in six T20Is. Her record-breaking 34-ball century for Maharashtra against Punjab, the fastest in women's T20 cricket at the time and one that surpassed Sophie Devine's mark, had earlier brought her wide recognition.