Royal Challengers Bengaluru finalize squad for WPL 2027 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 7:53 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have finalized their 17-member squad for the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 following strategic moves in the auction on October 28, 2026. The franchise secured four players, including Australian all-rounder Jess Jonassen for Rs 40 lakh and South African all-rounder Chloe Tryon for Rs 30 lakh. RCB retained key players such as captain Smriti Mandhana and wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh, having spent a total of Rs 1.1 crore at the auction while retaining spending at Rs 13.85 crore. The team aims to enhance its competitive edge ahead of the upcoming season, with Rs 5 lakh remaining in their auction budget.
- •RCB assembles a 17-member squad for WPL 2027.
- •Jess Jonassen and Chloe Tryon are key new signings.
- •Retention expenditure totals Rs 13.85 crore.
- •Total auction spending reaches Rs 1.1 crore.
- •RCB retains prominent players including Smriti Mandhana.
- 7:53 PMYahoo Sports — WPL 2027 RCB full squad: Royal Challengers Bengaluru players bought, retained stars, new signings and prices
"Royal Challengers Bengaluru makes strategic moves in the WPL 2027 auction, focusing on enhancing their roster. They snagged Australian all-rounder Jess Jonassen for her base price of Rs 40 lakh, alongside prominent players like captain Smriti Mandhana and wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh. With several established stars retained and ample funds left in their auction budget, the team is poised for exciting additions as the auction continues.
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