The Auction Noise is Off, Time for On-Field Magic! WPL 2026: Will the 'Underdogs' Make History This Time?
By Crick tv
Created at Nov 29, 2025 06:56 PM
Hey everyone!
It's only been a few days since the WPL Mega Auction wrapped up, but the CRICKET VIBES are still intense! That one night completely changed the landscape of the entire league. I know, just like all of you, I've been obsessing over which team lucked out and which team might become the 'SURPRISE PACKAGE' this season.
As soon as the auction ended, teams immediately headed into training camp. Now, all the focus is on justifying the ₹3.20 crore price tag, not just on acquiring it. This isn't just a game; this is the WPL NEXT LEVEL!
The Auction Night Rollercoaster: Look What Happened!
If you were awake during the auction night, you saw some seriously MEGA-SHOCKING things:
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UPW Took Risks: Honestly, UP Warriorz played with their heart this time. Using the RTM for Deepti Sharma was a MASTERSTROKE, because she is the soul of that team. And then snatching Meg Lanning... wow, this team looks like the biggest title CONTENDER now! They are betting not on paper, but on the 'experience of the players.'
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Hearts Broken, But Spirits Up: Like me, you probably saw strong, old teams like MI and DC having to let go of some of their favorites. The question now is whether these new faces can maintain the 'winning habit' that MI demonstrated in the first season.
- The Biggest Shock: Alyssa Healy going unsold... what can I say! It proves that just having a 'BIG NAME' isn't enough in the WPL anymore. If your price tag doesn't match your role, even star captains might end up empty-handed. #WPLMegaAuction
Behind the Scenes: What's Brewing in the Camps?
What's the first thing teams do after an auction? Not cricket, but 'understanding the human element'!
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Friendship and Team Bonding: Imagine, 5-6 new people join your team overnight. That's why coaches aren't just putting players through net practice; they are encouraging them to grab coffee or watch a movie together to build better coordination on the field.
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Hey, What's Your Role?: The question on every new player's mind is, 'Where do I fit in?' The coaching staff is now sitting down with every player to define who will be the 'POWER-HITTER' and who needs to play the 'ANCHOR' role.
- Fixing Old Mistakes: I believe the data analysts are the busiest people right now. They are meticulously going through last season's losses, trying to figure out what went wrong in the 15th over. Work is currently being done on these minute errors. #WPLUpdates
My Prediction?
I think the competition will be ULTRA-TOUGH this time. While UP Warriorz looks the strongest, I have high hopes for Gujarat Giants. They built their squad quietly but smartly. This WPL is going to be DOUBLE the fun!
Who is your favorite team? Did any team make a big blunder in the auction? Let me know in the comments below! All the best to all the teams from my side! #CricketNews