UP Warriorz outbid RCB for Sophie Molineux at WPL auction
· Sports · Times of India, ESPNCricinfo
UP Warriorz beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru to sign Australia captain Sophie Molineux for Rs 1.10 crore at the WPL mini auction in Kochi, ending a bidding war that saw the price rise from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 1.10 crore. The allrounder’s experience and leadership are key assets for UP, complementing compatriot Meg Lanning and new recruit Grace Harris. UP also secured seasoned wicketkeeper Sushma Verma for Rs 30 lakh and offspinner Sneh Rana for the same amount. The auction highlighted UP’s shift toward experienced players after last season’s experimental approach faltered. With other franchises operating on tight budgets, the focus remained on building balanced squads rather than inflated bids.
Why it matters
Sophie Molineux’s signing boosts UP Warriorz’s batting and bowling depth, giving them a proven allrounder and future leadership option ahead of the WPL season. The high‑profile auction also signals a strategic pivot for UP toward veteran talent after previous season disappointments.
Read the original report — Times of India
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