The WPL 2025 retention and release process is now complete, with teams making strategic decisions to fine-tune their squads. This detailed list showcases all the players released by each franchise, setting the stage for potential changes during the auction. Discover which star players are now available and how these moves might impact the upcoming season.
England’s Heather Knight and Issy Wong Released Ahead of WPL 2025 Auction
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) franchises have finalized their retained and released player lists ahead of the WPL 2025 auction, scheduled for early December. As a premier platform for women’s cricket, the WPL continues to attract top international stars and promising Indian talent, with strategic player decisions shaping the competition’s landscape. This year’s retention and release lists reflect teams’ plans to refine their squads and strengthen their chances in the rapidly growing league.
Some prominent names released this season include Sneh Rana, Poonam Yadav, Lea Tahuhu, Heather Knight, and Issy Wong. Sneh Rana, who captained Gujarat Giants in the inaugural season, has been dropped as the team looks to revamp its lineup. Despite her historical hat-trick and pivotal role in Mumbai Indians’ WPL 2023 title victory, England’s Issy Wong has also been released, along with Fatima Jaffer, Humaira Kazi, and Priyanka Bala.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru has let go of England’s Heather Knight, who missed WPL 2024 due to international commitments, along with her replacement, South African all-rounder Nadine de Klerk, and six others. Additionally, Delhi Capitals have parted ways with leg-spinner Poonam Yadav and Australian power-hitter Laura Harris, signaling a reshuffle across all teams for WPL 2025.
UP Warriorz Part Ways with Four Players, Including England’s Lauren Bell
UP Warriorz have revealed their list of released players ahead of the WPL 2025 auction, parting ways with four cricketers, including England seamer Lauren Bell. Renowned for her ability to swing the ball and make a difference in challenging conditions, Bell’s release has raised eyebrows, especially given her suitability for subcontinental pitches.
The released list also features domestic players Laxmi Yadav, Parshavi Chopra, and S Yashasri. These moves signal the franchise’s intent to restructure and fine-tune their squad as they aim to strike the right balance for the upcoming season.
Known for blending emerging Indian talent with experienced international stars, the UP Warriorz have consistently been a formidable team in the Women’s Premier League. However, with the 2025 edition on the horizon, it’s evident the team is taking strategic steps to strengthen its lineup and address performance gaps.
As the auction approaches, fans and analysts anticipate strong interest in released players like Lauren Bell, who could become valuable assets for other franchises seeking experienced performers.
WPL 2025: List of all players released by each team
| Team | Released Players |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Disha Kasat, Indrani Roy, Nadine de Klerk, Shubha Satheesh, Shraddha Pokarkar, Simran Bahadur |
| Mumbai Indians | Priyanka Bala, Humairaa Kaazi, Fatima Jadder, Isabelle Wong |
| Delhi Capitals | Laura Harris, Ashwani Kumari, Poonam Yadav, Aparna Mondal |
| Gujarat Giants | Sneh Rana, Kathryn Bryce, Trisha Poojitha, Veda Krishnamurthy, Tarannum Pathan, Lea Tahuhu |
| UP Warriorz | Laxmi Yadav, Parshavi Chopra, S Yashasri, Lauren Bell |