Laura Wolvaardt to Renuka Singh Thakur: Top players from RCB, MI, GG, UPW, DC not retained ahead of WPL 2026 Auction, One has won 8 World Cups

Laura Wolvaardt to Renuka Singh Thakur, Star players from RCB, MI, GG, UPW, and DC not retained before the WPL 2026 Auction, one boasts eight World Cup titles.

Big Revelations Before the Mega Auction — Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter)

Big Revelations Before the Mega Auction

On November 6, 2025, during the Women's Premier League (WPL) retention announcement, several teams surprised everyone by releasing their star players. Teams are now preparing for the mega auction to be held in New Delhi on November 27.

Teams Given Limited Retention Rights — Image credit: X

Teams Given Limited Retention Rights

Each franchise was allowed to retain a maximum of five players — which could include three capped Indian players, two overseas players, and two uncapped Indian players. This is why several star players were released by their teams.

Deepti Sharma Released — Image credit: IANS

Deepti Sharma Released

UP Warriorz made the biggest decision by releasing Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma. Deepti, who recently led India to victory in the Women's ODI World Cup 2025 and was the 'Player of the Tournament,' was released, which surprised everyone.

Laura Wolvaardt Also Out — Image credit: X

Laura Wolvaardt Also Out

South African captain Laura Wolvaardt, who scored the most runs in the 2025 World Cup, was released by Gujarat Giants. The team prioritized Beth Mooney and Ash Gardner due to the limited overseas player slots.

Australian captain Alyssa Healy is third in the list with 941 runs from 39 games She will be leading the side once again in UAE this year — Image credit: Twitter

Australian captain Alyssa Healy is third in the list with 941 runs from 39 games. She will be leading the side once again in UAE this year.

Delhi Capitals Part Ways with Meg Lanning — Image credit: X

Delhi Capitals Part Ways with Meg Lanning

Former Australian captain and eight-time World Cup winner Meg Lanning was released by Delhi Capitals. She had led the team to three consecutive finals, so this decision came as a shock to everyone.

Mumbai Indians Release Amelia Kerr — Image credit: X

Mumbai Indians Release Amelia Kerr

New Zealand's star all-rounder Amelia Kerr, who was consistently performing brilliantly for Mumbai Indians, was also released by the team. This decision is being described as part of a change in the team's strategy.

Renuka Singh Thakur Also Released — Image credit: X

Renuka Singh Thakur Also Released

Indian fast bowler Renuka Singh Thakur was released by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Her exclusion from the team ahead of the WPL 2026 auction in New Delhi is considered a major setback.

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