The much-anticipated WPL Mini Auction 2025 is set to take place on December 15 in Bengaluru. A total of 120 players, including 91 Indians and 29 overseas stars, will be up for grabs as the five franchises aim to strengthen their squads for the upcoming season.
Mumbai Indians clinched the inaugural trophy in 2023, while Royal Challengers Bangalore triumphed in 2024. Delhi Capitals have been runners-up for two consecutive seasons, making this year’s auction vital for all franchises as they aim to dethrone RCB.
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Auction Details
The WPL Mini Auction 2025 will feature:
120 players: 91 Indians and 29 overseas stars.
19 open slots across five teams, with Gujarat Giants having the largest purse of ₹4.4 crore and Delhi Capitals the smallest at ₹2.5 crore.
Categories include capped Indians, capped overseas, uncapped players, and associate players.
Star Players to Watch
Among the capped players, notable stars like Sneh Rana, Deandra Dottin, and Sophia Dunkley are expected to attract high bids. Emerging talents such as Raghvi Bist and G. Trisha from the uncapped category will also be closely watched by franchises.
Franchises' Budgets and Strategies
- Gujarat Giants: ₹4.4 crore
- Royal Challengers Bangalore: ₹3.7 crore
- Mumbai Indians: ₹3.2 crore
- UP Warriorz: ₹3 crore
- Delhi Capitals: ₹2.5 crore
Teams will look to balance their spending while targeting players who can address their strategic needs. With limited slots and high stakes, franchises will have to be tactical in their approach.
The WPL Mini Auction 2025 is poised to set the stage for a highly competitive season, as franchises aim to assemble the perfect squads. Fans can look forward to witnessing strategic bidding wars and the emergence of new stars. Stay tuned as the drama unfolds on December 15.
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