This Gujarat Giants (GG) while a strategic overhaul ahead Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Mega Auction. After a patchy history and the end of the 3rd place play-off in 2025, they decided to keep only two star Australian players: Ashley Gardner (Intr 3.5 cr) and Beth mooney (INR 2.5 CR). This leaves them with a significant auction purse of 9 crores and a crucial advantage of three right-of-match (RTM) cards. Their strategy is clear: Strengthen the core overseas, then use massive budgets and RTM cards to build a top-quality Indian unit from scratch, focusing on domestic batting depth and specialist bowling.
5 players Gujarat giants can target in WPL 2026 Mega auction
The priority of the Gujarat giants will be the domestic captain/leader and the Indian pace and spin attack which they completely unleash in the process of catching it.
1. Laura Wolvaardt (RTM Priority – Top Order Firepower)
- Role: World class foreign opener / batter
- Why target: Wolvaardt was released despite being the top runner 2025 Women’s World CupBack-to-back centuries in the semi-final and final. His release was a financial move with the possibility of acquiring him at a lower price than a certain holding cost. Given their limited outfield slots, it’s an option where they want a stable top order alongside Beth Mooney, a batter who has formed alongside one of the world-class, rTMS.
2. Sneh Rana (RTM priority – Indian captain and all-rounder)
- Role: India captaincy selection (roll through)
- Why target: Sneh rana Former vice-captain released by RCB and was a very important player for GG. Given GG, revealed all Indian players, need an experienced local leader. Rana offers solid spin along with decent low order batting. An India and leadership candidate like Rana with RTM card is a highly strategic move to ensure immediate stability.
3. Renuka Singh Thakur (New Indian Pacer – PowerPlay Expert)
- Role: Indian pace spear (swing bowler)
- Why target: Released by RCB, Renuka Singh One of India’s premier fast bowlers, particularly effective with the new ball. GG did not retain the Indian pacer who made Renuka’s top priority. The ability to swing the ball and take wickets in the powerplay is rare and will be much sought after. GG has a Purse of INR 9 Crore to beat the competition for this important household bowling.
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4. Harleen Deol (RTM priority / new Indian fruit – medium order board)
- Role: Indian average order tendency
- Why target: Tell Harleen He was a consistent Indian performer for GG in 2025. Given his familiarity with the franchise and his ability to anchor the middle overs, he should consider using one of their RTM cards to potentially bring in a competitive price. It offers much-needed domestic batting support that complements the foreign players on offer.
5. Kashvee Gautam (Indian Pacer – High Potential Talent)
- Role: India’s spitting fast bowler
- Why target: Gautam was bought for INR 2.0 crore before its release in 2025. As one of the most promising young Indian pacers, he is a perfect target for GG’s untapped RTM slot. Securing him secures domestic fast bowling talent for the future, and can contribute with the bat as well. His high price tag shows the faith he had in the potential of the franchise before.
This article was originally published WomenCricket.coma Cricket timings Company.
