UPW WPL 2026 Squad: Full List of Players Bought by UP Warriorz in Mega Auction

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The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 mega auction in New Delhi delivered high drama, high spending and high expectations for the UP Warriorz, who arrived at the table with intent and walked away with a fully

packed squad of 18 players.

With 276 cricketers available under the hammer, franchises battled fiercely, but few were as aggressive-or as headline-grabbing-as UPW. The franchise, determined to rebuild after a forgettable outing last season, reshaped its core with a blend of marquee Indian stars and world-class overseas match-winners.

The Warriorz entered the auction with a clear mission: reinforce every department and create a side capable of turning the tables in WPL 2026. By the end of a riveting session, UPW had spent nearly every rupee available, finishing with just Rs. 0.15 crore remaining, no RTM cards left, and all player slots filled, including the overseas quota. The message from the management was unmistakable-this is a team built for a comeback.

Retained Core and Purse

UP Warriorz retained only one player ahead of the mega auction: young Indian batting prodigy Shweta Sehrawat, kept for Rs. 50 lakh. The retention signalled a fresh blueprint, with the team effectively hitting the reset button and choosing to rebuild around Sehrawat and the incoming big names. Her steady growth and match awareness have impressed the management, who see her as a future pillar of the franchise.

The decision to go almost entirely fresh into the auction allowed UPW to maximise its purse flexibility. With a budget that demanded smart strategy, the Warriorz focused on balance over glamour-yet they still managed to secure several of the event's most in-demand stars. By the end of the bidding wars, UPW's purse had dramatically thinned to Rs. 15 lakh, but in return, they had stitched together one of the most talked-about squads of the night.

High-Value Buys and Star Additions

The biggest headline of the evening belonged to Deepti Sharma, who became the costliest buy of WPL 2026 at a staggering Rs. 3.20 crore. The Warriorz showed no hesitation in reclaiming their star all-rounder, reaffirming her value as a match-winner with both bat and ball. She will once again anchor the side, providing stability in the middle overs and leadership on the field.

UPW also spent aggressively on Indian pace veteran Shikha Pandey (Rs. 2.40 crore), followed closely by Australian icon Meg Lanning (Rs. 1.90 crore), whose experience and tactical brilliance could redefine the team's fortunes. Rising Australian sensation Phoebe Litchfield (Rs. 1.20 crore) and in-form spinner Asha Sobhana (Rs. 1.10 crore) rounded out the franchise's high-profile acquisitions. With these purchases, the Warriorz not only strengthened their batting depth but fortified their bowling attack with proven performers.