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WPL 2027 Auction: When and Where to Watch Live, Team Purse, Squads, and Players List
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What Happened?
The WPL 2027 auction is set for October 28 in Kochi, featuring 146 players vying for 27 slots across five franchises. The auction starts at 5:30 PM IST.
Key points
- 146 players will be auctioned, including 119 Indian and 27 overseas players.
- Mumbai Indians have the largest purse of Rs 3.75 crore.
- The auction will be live-streamed on JioHotstar.
- The auction coincides with the third ODI between India and Zimbabwe women.
- Only seven overseas players will be bought due to 20 slots reserved for Indian players.
Key insights
- The auction's outcome could significantly impact team compositions for the upcoming season.
- Franchises may focus on acquiring key players to enhance their competitive edge.
- The limited number of overseas slots may lead to intense bidding for foreign players.
Why it matters
The auction is crucial for teams to strengthen their squads ahead of the WPL season.
Source
Times Now
