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Mumbai Indians Women Make Every Rupee Count at WPL 2027 Auction
Small purse, big plans. Mumbai Indians Women walked into the WPL 2027 Auction with the lowest budget of all five franchises, and they still came out with a fuller, more balanced squad. Six new faces, a smart trade and 20 lakh left in the bank tell the story.
A Tight Purse and a Clear Plan
Mumbai Indians entered the auction with just 90 lakh in hand. That was the lowest purse among all five teams this year, which meant there was little room for big-money gambles.
The Harmanpreet Kaur-led side did not need many additions anyway. They have already won the league twice, lifting the trophy in the inaugural 2023 season and again in 2025, so the core of the squad was largely set.
Instead of chasing headline names, the franchise targeted depth. Five of the six players were picked up at the base-level price of 10 lakh, with only one costing a little more.
The Six New Signings
Mumbai Indians spent 70 lakh in total across six players. Shweta Sehrawat was the priciest at 20 lakh, while the rest joined for 10 lakh each.
| Player | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Disha Kasat | 10 lakh |
| Latika Inamdar | 10 lakh |
| Bharti Rawal | 10 lakh |
| Sanika Chalke | 10 lakh |
| Shweta Sehrawat | 20 lakh |
| Akshita Bhagat | 10 lakh |
The Retained Core Stays Intact
The big names were locked in before the auction began. Nat Sciver-Brunt leads the retention list at 3.5 crore, followed by Melie Kerr at 3 crore and captain Harmanpreet Kaur at 2.5 crore.
Hayley Matthews (1.75 crore) and Amanjot Kaur (1 crore) round out the top-priced group. That batting and all-round strength gives Mumbai a strong foundation heading into the new season.
Tara Norris Arrives via Trade
One notable addition came before the auction itself. Mumbai Indians brought in Tara Norris from the UP Warriorz through a trade, at a price of 10 lakh.
It was another example of the franchise finding value without stretching its budget.
| Retained Player | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Harmanpreet Kaur | 2.5 crore |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | 3.5 crore |
| Melie Kerr | 3 crore |
| Hayley Matthews | 1.75 crore |
| Amanjot Kaur | 1 crore |
| Sajeevan Sajana | 75 lakh |
| Shabnim Ismail | 60 lakh |
| Nicola Carey | 30 lakh |
| Vaishnavi Sharma | 30 lakh |
| Sanskriti Gupta | 20 lakh |
| Rahila Firdaus | 10 lakh |
| Tara Norris (Traded) | 10 lakh |
Mumbai Indians Women WPL 2027 Full Squad
With the six auction buys added to the twelve players already on the books, the squad now stands at 18. Mumbai finished the auction with 20 lakh still unspent.
| Squad Strength | Purse Remaining (INR) |
|---|---|
| 18 | 20 lakh |
How the Auction Played Out Across the League
Mumbai were not the only team working with limited room. All franchises retained their key players, so only a handful of spots were open to fresh talent.
Australia captain Sophie Molineux was the top buy of the auction, going to the UP Warriorz for INR 1.10 crore. Indian middle-order batter Kiran Navgire was the most expensive Indian player sold, joining Delhi Capitals for INR 75 lakh.
Against that backdrop, Mumbai’s approach stood out for its discipline. They skipped the bidding wars and focused on affordable depth.
What It Means for Mumbai Indians
Depth matters over a long tournament, and injuries or dips in form can quickly test a thin squad. By filling out the bench at minimal cost, Mumbai have given themselves options without weakening their star-studded core.
Twenty lakh in reserve also leaves a little flexibility. For a team chasing a third title, this auction was less about fireworks and more about quiet, smart preparation.
Harmanpreet Kaur and her side will now turn their attention to the season itself, with a squad that looks balanced and ready.
