This Wpl 2026 mega auctionTaking place in New Delhi, it promises to be one of the most competitive bidding floors in the league’s young history. With teams changing their main squads and 23 foreign slots for the new season, elite international performers are expected to be in high demand.
5 foreign players who could start intense bidding wars in the WPL 2026 auction
1) Sophie Ecclestone: The most sought-after spinner in the auction pool
England’s star left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone enters the WPL 2026 auction as one of the most coveted bowlers in World Cricket. With over 140 T20I wickets at an impressive average and economy rate, the exkestone has built his reputation as a reliable match-winner across formats and conditions.
Its strengths make it an elite multi-phase operator:
- The PowerPlay Wicket-Tiercer can trouble the top-order batsmen.
- Rent middle overs controlling control and fake shots.
- Temper your death-overs selection with experience in global T20 leagues.
A top-quality left-arm spinner is a rare commodity in spin-friendly Indian conditions. Ecclestone’s proven pedigree and temperament ensures that teams looking to build their bowling attacks around a world-class slow bowler will enter the auction with aggressive intent.
2) Laura Wolvaardt: Reliable Top Order Running Machine
South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt has become one of the most consistent and technically assured T20 openers in the world. With over 2,000 T20 runs, a strong average and excellent boundary batting numbers, the WPL teams crave – complete with top-order stability.
Wolvaardt’s strengths include:
- Capability to snap under anchor pressure.
- Conversion starts with big points.
- A long list of recent T20 hundred and matching matches.
In a league where early slumps can derail entire seasons, Wolvaardt stands as a foundational top order. Teams looking for a reliable opening around which their middle order can rotate are likely to pursue it aggressively.
3) Amelia Kerr: A full three-dimensional all-rounder
New Zealand Amelia Kerr The triple threat brings an unparalleled balance to his skillset – top-order batting, penetrative leg-spin and exceptional fielding. The player’s player in the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup further boosted her match-winning performances and the player’s player of the tournament.
Kerrin’s versatility allows teams to:
- Power up the top four with a dynamic slant.
- Add high quality leg spin to your bowling attack.
- Maintain comfort without compromising depth.
Given how hard it is to find world-class all-arounders who can make an impact on either pitch, Kerr could command one of the auction’s highest bids, with franchises willing to stretch their wallets to secure him.
4) Phoebe Litchfield: The young star is perfectly suited for Indian conditions
Australia’s rising star Phoebe Litchfield proved her prowess in subcontinental conditions with an ODI hundred, most notably at the Wankhede Stadium in 2024, with an ODI hundred to go along with her strong T20 numbers.
What makes Litchfield a premium choice:
- Left-handed fluency against both spin and speed.
- Impressive record against India.
- Quick adaptation between formats and suitable scenarios.
Read: WPL 2026 – 3 Franchises That Could Target Phoebe Litchfield in Mega Auction
With WPL franchises looking for young foreign players who can grow with the league, Litchfield is expected to be one of the most sought after fighters in the auction.
5) Nadine de Klerk: All Round Bowling High Impact Bowling
South Africa’s Nadine de Klerk brings a valuable skill that the franchise often struggles to find – a bowling all-rounder who contributes in many phases of the game. Known for his batting spirit, De Klerk consistently delivers crucial lower-order runs and breakthroughs.
Its features include:
- Ability to fall in the middle overs as a partnership.
- A useful lower-middle order due to a competitive strike rate.
- Convenience to roll into the nest to multi-team combination.
Given the paucity of outside seam bowling, all-rounders could be a strategic target for teams looking for depth and balance at No. 6 or No. 7 at De Klerk.
Read: WPL 2026 – 3 franchises Sophie Ecclestone could target in mega auction
This article was originally published WomenCricket.coma Cricket timings Company.
