RCB Release Grace Harris Before WPL Auction; UP Warriorz Cut Nine Players

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the defending Women's Premier League champions, on Monday announced the release of destructive Australian batter Grace Harris ahead of the 2027 WPL auction. Harris, who was part of the franchise's title-winning squad, will now be available for other teams to bid for during the auction process.

The decision by RCB marks the beginning of franchise squad restructuring as teams prepare for the upcoming auction in Kochi on October 28. The defending champions have chosen to trim their roster to make room for fresh acquisitions and strategic player additions.

In a similar development, UP Warriorz announced the release of nine players from their squad, signalling significant changes across multiple franchises ahead of the auction. The moves by both teams reflect the competitive dynamics of the WPL, where franchises are actively managing their player rosters to build stronger combinations for the next season.

The WPL auction in Kochi will provide franchises with the opportunity to acquire released players and fill gaps in their squads. Teams are expected to announce more player releases in the coming days as they finalize their retention lists before the auction deadline.