With several big names set to appear in the auction, let’s take a look at the 5 players who are likely to attract the highest bids in the WPL 2025 auction.
The much-awaited player list for the upcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 auction has been released. The auction, scheduled to take place in Bengaluru on Sunday, December 15, will begin at 3 pm IST.
A total of 120 players will go through the auction, with 91 Indian cricketers and 29 foreign players, including 3 from Associated Nations.
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The auction will feature 82 uncapped Indian players and 8 uncapped overseas players. In total, there are 19 spaces available, 5 of them reserved specifically for foreign players.
With several big names set to appear in the auction, let’s take a look at the 5 players who are likely to attract the highest bids in the WPL 2025 auction.
Deandra Dottin
Deandra Dottin has registered for the WPL 2025 auction with a base price of INR 50 lakh. Although she did not sell at the 2024 auction, Dottin remains a high-profile player. His performance in the WBBL 2024, where he scored 148 runs in 11 matches and took 10 wickets, highlights his all-round skills.
With extensive international experience, Dottin is known for her versatility in both batting and bowling. Given his recent form, he is likely to attract bids in the upcoming auction, with some teams showing interest.
heather knight
Heather Knight, the England captain, is also part of the WPL 2025 auction with a base price of INR 50 lakh. She withdrew her name from the 2024 Women’s Premier League and was released by RCB ahead of the season. Knight played for RCB in 2023, scoring 135 runs in 8 matches.
In the recent WBBL 2024, Knight impressed by scoring 226 runs in 6 matches at an average of 45.20. His strong performances in the league are likely to have caught the attention of WPL franchises and he may receive offers from several teams in the upcoming auction.
Lizelle Lee
Lizelle Lee from South Africa participated in the WPL 2025 auction with a base price of INR 50 lakh. She made history in the 2024 WBBL by scoring consecutive centuries, becoming the first player to do so. Lee finished as the second highest run-scorer of the tournament, with 399 runs in 11 matches, at an average of 39.90 and a strike rate of 155.85.
With extensive international experience and the added advantage of land ownership, Lee is a valuable asset. His notable performances in the WBBL are likely to have caught the attention of WPL franchises and he could receive bids from several teams in the upcoming auction.
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Sneh Rana
Sneh Rana is part of the WPL 2025 auction after being released by Gujarat Giants ahead of the auction. She has signed up for INR 30 lakh. Rana played 8 matches for Gujarat in the 2023 season, taking 6 wickets, but struggled in the last season, playing only 4 matches without claiming a wicket. This led to his release by the franchise.
Despite her recent performance, Sneh Rana is an experienced player with the ability to bounce back. Known for her bowling skills, she remains a valuable player and is likely to attract bids from teams in the upcoming auction.
alana rey
Alana King has registered for the WPL 2025 auction with a base price of INR 30 lakh. She went unsold at the 2024 WPL auction but remains one of the most talented spinners in the world. In the 2024 WBBL, she was the top bowler and top wicket-taker, with 20 wickets in 10 matches. Additionally, he scored 105 runs while batting in the lower order.
His outstanding performance in the WBBL has probably caught the attention of WPL franchises. Given her impressive form, King could be one of the players to attract interest from several teams in the upcoming auction.
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