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WPL 2027 set for January-February window; auction slated for October
The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced the schedule for the fifth edition of the Women's Premier League, which will run from January 14 to February 7, 2027. The player auction will take place on October 28 in Kochi.
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The BCCI confirmed on Wednesday that the fifth edition of the TATA Women's Premier League will commence on January 14 and conclude with the final on February 7, 2027. The auction for the five franchises is scheduled for October 28 this year in Kochi, setting in motion the preparation phase for the upcoming season.
Player retention deadlines have been fixed for September 28, allowing franchises to lock in key performers from their existing squads ahead of the auction. The BCCI noted that this retention window will enable teams to strategise their squad combinations for the new season.
The BCCI has positioned the WPL as a leading platform for women's T20 cricket globally. "As the biggest T20 league in women's cricket, the TATA WPL has established itself as a significant platform for the growth of the sport, bringing together leading players from India and around the world while creating opportunities for emerging talent to perform at the highest level," the board stated.
However, the BCCI has not yet announced the host cities for the tournament. Venue details are expected to be disclosed in due course as preparations for the season advance.