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WPL 2027 auction set for October 28 in Kochi; new venues considered

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 6:16 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

WPL 2027 auction set for October 28 in Kochi; new venues considered
Summary

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction is tentatively scheduled for October 28 in Kochi. This marks a shift from previous years, allowing franchises more preparation time ahead of a January-March playing window. Varanasi's new international stadium has been proposed as a host venue, joining traditional sites in Mumbai and Vadodara. A Ranji Trophy match will be conducted at the Varanasi stadium as a test event prior to the WPL. The auction is expected to have a targeted approach, focusing on players released and emerging domestic talents.

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By the Numbers
  • •WPL 2027 auction planned for October 28 in Kochi.
  • •Varanasi's new stadium is a potential host venue.
  • •A Ranji Trophy match will test Varanasi's stadium first.
  • •Five teams will participate in the upcoming season.
  • •The auction will be a mini-auction rather than a mega event.
Latest Updates
  • 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — WPL 2027: BCCI announces auction date, check retention deadline and season schedule
  • 12:33 PMESPNcricinfo — WPL 2027 to be played from January 14 to February 4
  • 11:35 AMYahoo Sports — WPL 2027 auction likely on October 28 in Kochi
  • 6:25 AMYahoo Sports — Women's Premier League 2027: Auction date, place, and new venues detailed
What they're saying
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The WPL-2027 auction is likely to be held in Kochi on Oct 29, with Mumbai’s Brabourne Stadium confirmed as a venue. Varanasi is being considered as the second host city, subject to stadium readiness and a BCCI inspection. Meanwhile, the IPL Governing Council has deferred a decision on the Impact Player rule until next month after receiving franchise feedback.

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The 2027 Women's Premier League player auction is scheduled for October 28, with teams required to finalize their player retentions by September 28, 2026. Matches will take place from January 14 to February 7, 2027, across Mumbai and Vadodara. Each franchise will assemble their teams adhering to a salary cap of Rs 15 crore.

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WPL 2027 auction is tentatively set for Oct 28 in Kochi. BCCI plans a Jan- Feb window, eyeing Varanasi alongside Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium and Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara.

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