UP Warriorz sign Molineux for auction-high Rs 1.10 crore

UP Warriorz signed Australia captain Sophie Molineux for Rs 1.10 crore, making her the most expensive player at the Women’s Premier League 2027 auction. The completed bidding in Kochi also saw Delhi Capitals acquire Kiran Navgire for Rs 75 lakh, the highest price paid for an Indian player. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Molineux’s former team, competed for the allrounder before withdrawing at Rs 1.05 crore, according to auction reports. UP Warriorz made the winning bid at Rs 1.10 crore, more than double her Rs 50 lakh base price. Molineux had been part of RCB’s 2024 title-winning side and missed the 2026 WPL season through injury. She returned to international cricket and captained Australia to the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup title. Navgire’s sale to Delhi Capitals followed a bidding contest with Mumbai Indians, whose offer reportedly reached Rs 70 lakh. Her Rs 75 lakh price made her the auction’s second-highest signing overall. Gujarat Giants acquired India wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini for Rs 40 lakh, while Ireland allrounder Orla Prendergast joined the team for Rs 30 lakh. UP Warriorz made eight signings, the most of any franchise, and filled all their available places. Their...