Delhi Capitals Women made every effort to assemble a balanced and powerful squad at the WPL 2026 auction.

Using their ₹15 crore (approximately $1.5 billion) purse, Their assembled a good mix of experienced retained players and new auction picks.
DC-W’s focus this time was on players who could deliver match-winning performances and provide flexibility.
Delhi’s goal is to provide stability in the top and middle order, a strong all-rounder, and game-changing foreign players, giving the squad enough depth to survive and fight in any situation.
See the full DC-W list below, along with their auction/retention status and price:
DC WPL Squad 2026 Players List & Price
| Player (Status) | Type | Sold Price (Cr) |
|---|---|---|
| JI Rodrigues (R) | BAT | 2.20 |
| M Kapp (R) | AR | 2.20 |
| Shafali Verma (R) | BAT | 2.20 |
| A Sutherland (R) | AR | 2.20 |
| CA Henry (A) | AR | 1.30 |
| N Shree Charani (A) | AR | 1.30 |
| L Wolvaardt (A) | BAT | 1.10 |
| S Rana (A) | AR | 0.50 |
| NS Prasad (R) | AR | 0.50 |
| M Mani (A) | AR | 0.40 |
| T Bhatia (A) | BAT | 0.30 |
| L Lee (A) | BAT | 0.30 |
| NSS Sharma (A) | BOWL | 0.20 |
| Deeya Yadav (A) | BAT | 0.10 |
| LK Hamilton (A) | AR | 0.10 |
| MV Mamatha (A) | BAT | 0.10 |
WPL 2026 Purse Usage & Strategy
- Total purse spent: 15.00 Cr
- Purse remaining: 0.00 Cr
- Players bought: 16/18
- Overseas players: 6
DC Women has emphasized flexibility and depth in its squad this season. Retained players JI Rodrigues, M Kapp, Shafali Verma, and A Sutherland form the backbone.
The players acquired from the auction have increased the group’s tactical balance and options, allowing for easier adjustment of lineups and combinations during matches.
This squad boasts a perfect mix of experienced international players and promising young talent, making Delhi Capitals Women competitive in all types of pitches and conditions.
WPL 2026: Team Potential
Delhi Capitals Women’s team appears balanced in both batting and bowling. The presence of a strong top-order and versatile all-rounders can give an edge in match-winning situations.
The management has clearly indicated through this group that DC Women will approach every match strategically in the 2026 WPL.
Each player has a defined role, and this flexibility gives the team an edge in all types of T20 scenarios.







