This Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Mega auction It promises high drama, especially around the young Australian contingent. Among the most searched names Phoebe Litchfielda graceful left-hander known for his clean hitting and impact. Despite being a highly touted prospect, Litchfield was released Gujarat Giants (GG)creating a rare opportunity for a man desperate for a long-term solution in the top-order batting division.
Litchfield represents not only current talent, but massive future potential. His T20 credentials, including a stint with the Australian national side and a strong run in the DBBL, confirm his status as a premier top-order specialist. Although he debuted with GG, the Straight Season with GG eliminated Tille’s role, a shot or quick turnaround shot that makes him an important piece of a championship puzzle. With the largest auction pool of 277 players and foreign stars—including 23 in Litchfield’s unique profile—he’ll be one of his hottest players, especially among the three franchises most clearly in line for his services.
3 teams that could go to the WPL 2026 auction for Phoebe Litchfield
1. UP Warriors
The UP Warriorz (UPW) enter the mega auction in full rebuild mode, retaining only one unseen player, Shweta Sehrawat. This tactical decision leaves them with a war chest – the highest available purse at ₹ 14.5 to fill. That financial freedom allows him to dictate the market price for his key targets, and Litchfield should be at the top of that list.
Upw have significant gaps to fill in their overseas batting especially after releasing the likes of players Alyssa syllableoccupying an important top order slot. Litchfield provides the perfect foundation for his new era: a top-class, consistent outside-in batsman who can bat at number three or provide stability or build a platform for the middle-order. Securing Litchfield, building a long-term, high-potential cornerstone around which they can build the rest of the 17 players on their roster, would be a definite statement of Warriors leadership.
2. Giants of Gujarat
Gujarat Giants (GG) kept just two off the skipper and just two Beth mooney and comprehensive Ashley Gardnerexpressed his intention to retool his staff. When Litchfield is released, GG still holds the three rights to match (RTM) cards and a substantial purse of ₹ 9.0 crore. This unique scenario positions them strongly to try to reacquire the player they let go of.
Litchfield’s output in his first season was modest, but he was often out of position in the middle order. GG’s management may recognize that Litchfield is an ideal long-term partner for Mooney at the top of the order, allowing Mooney to play a natural attacking game. If he doesn’t command an offer for Litchfield right away, GG could use one of the RTM cards to get him at a potentially affordable price, allowing him to be rebuilt in a role that augments his core talent. His familiarity with the team structure makes him a less risky choice than a brand new external hire.
3. Capitals of Delhi
Delhi Capitals (DC) face a tough task to replace the performance and presence of former captain and batting stalwart, Meg Lanningthose who retire. While DC maintains a strong core, their outside strength now leans heavily toward their all-around pace Marizanne Kapp and Annabel Sutherland. The primordial void is now a pure, top-order space to partner with Shafali Verma.
DC’s ₹ 5.7 crore, the lowest among all franchises, means they have to execute their strategy with surgical precision. They can’t afford a bidding war, but Litchfield offers the best pure noise outside option to fill Lanning’s role. It provides the necessary reliability at the beginning of the shots, JEmimah Rodrigues and Do not give shafali have a solid foundation to attack from. Litchfield is a strategic bet on youth and consistency that allows DC’s big, specialist player to protect their formidable top-order strength without overloading them.
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