Delhi Capitals Retain Key Players Ahead of WPL 2027 Auction

The Delhi Capitals have retained 13 players for the upcoming Women’s Premier League 2027 Player Auction, including key players like Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma. As they prepare for the auction next month, the team aims to build on their successful track record of reaching the finals in every previous season. Notably, several players will not return, including Lizelle Lee and Taniyaa Bhatia. This strategic move highlights the Capitals' commitment to maintaining a strong squad for the upcoming season.

By Narendra Chaudhary Sep 28, 2026, 17:54 IST

Delhi Capitals' Retained Players for WPL 2027

The Delhi Capitals have confirmed the retention of 13 players in preparation for the upcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2027 Player Auction. Notable players such as captain Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp, and Annabel Sutherland will continue with the team for the new season, as stated in an official announcement.

Among the Indian players retained are Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Deeya Yadav, Niki Prasad, Minnu Mani, N Charani, Mamatha Madiwala, and Nandini Sharma.

The overseas players who will remain include Laura Wolvaardt, Annabel Sutherland, Chinelle Henry, Lucy Hamilton, and Marizanne Kapp.

However, six players will not return for the next season: Lizelle Lee, Taniyaa Bhatia, Alana King, Pragati Singh, E Srujana, and Sneha Rana.

The WPL 2027 Player Auction is scheduled for next month, and the Delhi Capitals aim to strengthen their roster, having reached the finals in every previous edition of the tournament.

List of Retained Players

Indian Players: Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Deeya Yadav, Niki Prasad, Minnu Mani, N Charani, Mamatha Madiwala, Nandini Sharma

Overseas Players: Laura Wolvaardt, Annabel Sutherland, Chinelle Henry, Lucy Hamilton, Marizanne Kapp

Released Players

Lizelle Lee, Taniyaa Bhatia, Alana King, Pragati Singh, E Srujana, Sneha Rana.