The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 mega auction is set to take place on November 27, 2025, in New Delhi, and excitement is building as teams prepare to bid for top talent. With a total of 277 players, including 194 Indian players, up for grabs, franchises are looking to build strong squads for the upcoming season. Among the Indian contingent, several bowlers are expected to attract significant attention and potentially dominate the auction.

Here are five Indian bowlers who could be in high demand at the WPL 2026 auction:

1. Renuka Singh Thakur: Renuka Singh, a seasoned fast bowler known for her ability to swing the new ball, remains the most experienced Indian pace option available in the auction. Despite some concerns about her economy rate in the WPL, her international experience and knack for taking early wickets make her an invaluable asset. Renuka has taken 13 wickets in 23 WPL matches for RCB. Several teams will be looking to add an experienced campaigner to their ranks and Renuka Singh fits the bill perfectly.

2. Deepti Sharma: Deepti Sharma stands out as one of the most prominent Indian names in the auction. After being released by UP Warriorz, she enters the bidding as the newly crowned Player of the Tournament from the ODI World Cup, where she excelled with both bat and ball. Her aggressive lower-order hitting, sharp off-spin, and established leadership experience make her a versatile player that every franchise desires. She has scored over 500 runs and taken 27 wickets in 25 WPL matches.

3. Kranti Gaud: Kranti Gaud is one of India's most exciting young fast bowlers, and her recent performance has made her a strong contender for WPL 2026. Part of the Indian team that lifted the Women's ODI World Cup, the right-arm pacer bagged eight wickets in nine matches. Her ability to break partnerships and maintain pressure makes her a valuable asset in the power play. Gaud was also part of the Indian team that recently won the Women's World Cup 2025. Kranti bagged nine wickets from eight matches at an economy of 5.73.

4. Saika Ishaque: Saika Ishaque is a left-arm orthodox spinner who quietly made her mark in the WPL. She has a strong record with Mumbai Indians and is now available at a base price of around INR 30 lakh. Ishaque has 25 WPL wickets, more than Ellyse Perry, Shabnim Ismail and Renuka Singh Thakur. For teams looking to bolster their spin options, Ishaque could be a smart buy.

5. Vaishnavi Sharma: Vaishnavi Sharma announced her arrival on the big stage with a hat-trick during India's victorious U-19 World Cup campaign this year, where she also ended up at the top of the wicket-taking charts. Vaishnavi dominated the recent Senior Women's T20 Trophy by being the leading wicket-taker with 21 scalps coming in 11 matches at an economy rate of 6.47. She maintained her purple patch through the inter-zonal tournament by picking up 12 wickets in five matches for Central Zone. With left-arm spinners set to be in heavy demand, expect teams to be in a bidding war for Vaishnavi.

The WPL 2026 auction promises to be an exciting event, with teams vying for the best talent to strengthen their squads. These five Indian bowlers have the potential to be game-changers and could spark intense bidding wars among the franchises. The auction will reveal which teams will secure their services and how these players will perform in the upcoming WPL season. The auction is happening on November 27, 2025, and fans in India can follow the WPL 2026 mega auction through JioHotstar and Star Sports Network.