England batter Sophia Dunkley and Australian all-rounder Sophie Molineux have entered the upcoming Women's Premier League 2027 auction listed at the highest base price bracket, according to reporting by Accredited Wire Reports.
The tournament administration has finalized plans for the bidding event, locking in the schedule for franchises looking to rebuild and reinforce their squads ahead of the 2027 season. The event will see international stars and emerging domestic talents go under the hammer across several pricing tiers.
Top Tier Listings
Dunkley and Molineux headline the overseas talent pool registered at the maximum base price category, establishing them as key targets for participating franchises. Dunkley, an established top-order batter for England, brings extensive experience in limited-overs formats. Australia's Molineux offers teams balanced value as a left-arm spinner and lower-middle-order contributor.
Both players have featured consistently across global T20 leagues and national squads. Their inclusion in the premier price tier signals strong early interest from franchises holding available purse space and overseas player slots.
Auction Scheduling Finalized
League organizers have also locked in the official calendar date for the auction proceedings, as reported by NDTV Sports via Accredited Wire Reports. Franchises will convene to finalize their rosters under the league's established salary caps and squad constraints.
The annual auction remains a central element of the Women's Premier League calendar, dictating team combinations and tactical balance ahead of the tournament's competitive fixtures. Franchise management groups are now finalizing shortlist strategies ahead of the scheduled auction date.
