WPL 2025 Auction: Simran Shaikh Becomes Most Expensive Buy As Gujarat Giants Spend Rs 1.9 Crore

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 auction took place in Bengaluru on Sunday, and it was a day to remember for Indian batter Simran Shaikh. Gujarat Giants splurged a staggering Rs 1.9 crore to sign Shaikh, making her the most expensive buy of the auction this year and the second-most expensive uncapped player in WPL history.

The auction saw a total of 19 players being sold, including five overseas cricketers. The total amount spent at the auction was Rs 9.05 crore.

Simran Shaikh's impressive price tag was followed closely by Deandra Dottin, who was bought by Gujarat Giants for Rs 1.70 crore. G Kamalini was sold to Mumbai Indians for Rs 1.60 crore, while Prema Rawat went to Royal Challengers Bengaluru for Rs 1.20 crore.

WPL 2025 Auction: Top five buys this year

• Simran Shaikh to Gujarat Giants - Rs 1.90 crore
• Deandra Dottin to Gujarat Giants - Rs 1.70 crore
• G Kamalini to Mumbai Indians - Rs 1.60 crore
• Prema Rawat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru - Rs 1.20 crore
• N Charani to Delhi Capitals - Rs 55 lakh

The WPL 2025 auction has set the stage for an exciting season of women's cricket, with top players from around the world set to take part. With Simran Shaikh's record-breaking price tag, the focus will be on her to deliver impressive performances for Gujarat Giants.