RCB's Exciting Player Retentions for WPL 2026
In a strategic move, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has confirmed its retentions for the upcoming WPL 2026 season. Fans are particularly excited about the retention of skipper Smriti Mandhana, joining a list of other essential players in their roster. The deadline for these announcements was November 5, and the decision reveals RCB's competitive spirit and commitment to nurturing talent.
List of Retained Players and Their Prices
| Player | Price (INR) |
|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | ?3.5 crore |
| Richa Ghosh | ?2.75 crore |
| Ellyse Perry | ?2 crore |
| Shreyanka Patil | ?60 lakh |
Mandhana's retention, valued at ?3.5 crore, emphasizes her leadership role, while the addition of players like Ellyse Perry and Richa Ghosh adds experience and dynamism to the squad.
Strategic Decisions and Future Plans
WPL regulations allow teams to retain a maximum of three capped Indian players, two overseas players, and two uncapped Indian players. With these retentions, RCB has one right-to-match (RTM) left for the auction, as they retained four players. The budget for the auction stands at ?6.15 crore, after deduction based on player retention decisions.
As the WPL 2026 auction approaches, scheduled for November 27 in Delhi, the stakes are high. RCB looks forward to utilizing their RTM effectively to enhance their squad for the upcoming season.