Delhi Capitals retain 13, release six ahead of WPL 2027 auction
Delhi Capitals have announced their 13 retained players for the WPL 2027 auction, keeping stars like Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma.
The Delhi Capitals have officially set their strategy for the upcoming season by announcing the retention of 13 key players ahead of the WPL 2027 Player Auction. In a move to maintain the core strength that has consistently propelled them to the tournament finals, the franchise has secured several international superstars and domestic talents.
Core strength remains intact
The leadership and firepower of the squad will remain unchanged, as captain Jemimah Rodrigues continues to lead the side. Alongside her, explosive batter Shafali Verma and world-class all-rounders Marizanne Kapp and Annabel Sutherland have been retained, ensuring the team maintains its competitive edge.
The retained roster is a blend of seasoned Indian talent and high-impact overseas players:
Retained Indian Players
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Shafali Verma
- Deeya Yadav
- Niki Prasad
- Minnu Mani
- N Charani
- Mamatha Madiwala
- Nandini Sharma
Retained Overseas Players
- Laura Wolvaardt
- Annabel Sutherland
- Chinelle Henry
- Lucy Hamilton
- Marizanne Kapp
Six players released from the squad
While the core remains strong, the franchise has decided to part ways with six players to create more flexibility in the upcoming auction. The released players include Lizelle Lee, Taniyaa Bhatia, Alana King, Pragati Singh, E Srujana, and Sneha Rana.
With the WPL 2027 Player Auction scheduled for next month, the Delhi Capitals are now poised to enter the bidding process with a solid foundation, looking to fill the gaps left by the released players and aim for their first title victory.