WPL Season 3 Mini-Auction to Take Place in Bengaluru on December 15
The mini-auction ahead of the third season of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) is set to be held on December 15 in Bengaluru. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently notified the five franchises about the auction date and venue. 19 slots, including 14 for Indian and 5 for overseas players, can be filled during the auction, with a combined available purse of INR 16.7 crore, reports Live Cricket Score.
Each franchise is allowed a maximum spend of INR 15 crore and can form squads of up to 18 players. Teams can include a maximum of six overseas players in their squads.
Franchise Purses and Slots Overview
Following the player retention phase, Gujarat Giants (GG) enter the auction with the largest available purse of INR 4.4 crore and four slots to fill, including two overseas slots.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the purse and slot availability across franchises:
| Franchise | Players Retained | Overseas Players | Money Spent (INR) | Available Purse (INR) | Slots Remaining | Overseas Slots |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals (DC) | 14 | 5 | 12.5 | 2.5 | 4 | 1 |
| Gujarat Giants (GG) | 14 | 4 | 10.6 | 4.4 | 4 | 2 |
| Mumbai Indians (MI) | 14 | 5 | 12.35 | 2.65 | 4 | 1 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 14 | 6 | 11.75 | 3.25 | 4 | 0 |
| UP Warriorz (UPW) | 15 | 5 | 11.1 | 3.9 | 3 | 1 |
Tournament Expectations
While the BCCI has yet to announce the official schedule for the 22-match tournament, it is expected to take place between February and March. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will enter the season as the defending champions.
With the mini-auction around the corner, teams will aim to make strategic acquisitions to finalize their squads, adding excitement and anticipation for the upcoming season of the Women’s Premier League.
