Royal Challengers Bangalore full squad for WPL 2024 after auction

Royal Challengers Bangalore ended at the fourth position in the first edition of WPL.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) concluded WPL 2023 season at the 4th position in the league table. As they gear up for WPL 2024, Bengaluru-based franchise are determined to elevate their performance and culminate the season on a high. RCB have a star-studded line-up that has the potential to be truly formidable on the field.

The team’s aspirations for the upcoming season are underscored by the presence of big stars whose capabilities can be a game-changer. With a blend of experience and youthful exuberance, the team are poised to showcase an electrifying brand of cricket.

As RCB look for success in WPL 2024, with seasoned campaigners and emerging talents within their ranks sets the stage for an enthralling journey.

Players retained by Royal Challengers Bangalore before WPL 2024 auction:

RCB gear up for Women’s Premier League 2024 with a potent squad of 11 retained players. Led by Indian skipper Smriti Mandhana, the trio also includes Richa Ghosh and pacer Renuka Singh. International stars Ellyse Perry, Sophie Devine, and Heather Knight add depth to the line-up. Domestic talents Shreyanka Patil, Kanika Ahuja, and Asha Sobhana earned their spots after impressive performances in the inaugural WPL.

Retained Players : Asha Shobana, Disha Kasat, Indrani Roy, Kanika Ahuja, Renuka Singh, Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka Patil, Smriti Mandhana, Ellyse Perry, Heather Knight, Sophie Devine.

The team ensures continuity with the retention of promising batters Disha Kasat and Indrani Roy. Having released 7 players, RCB heads to the auction with a purse of INR 3.35 Cr and 7 slots to fill, emphasizing a strategic blend of experience and emerging talent.

Players bought by Royal Challengers Bangalore in the WPL 2024 auction:

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) approached the WPL 2024 auction with a budget of INR 3.35 crores, aiming to fill 7 slots in their roster. In a strategic move, the team secured a mix of international and domestic talent, including Indian bowler Ekta Bisht for ₹60 Lakhs, Australian all-rounder Georgia Wareham for ₹40 Lakhs, and English bowler Kate Cross for ₹30,00,000.

RCB further strengthened their squad with Indian all-rounders Meghana Sabbineni, Simran Bahadur, and Shubha Satheesh, acquired for ₹30 Lakhseach, alongside Australian all-rounder Sophie Molineux for ₹30 Lakhs. RCB’s precise player acquisitions exemplify their intent to build a competitive team within the budget for WPL 2024.

Players bought: Georgia Wareham, Meghana Sabbineni, Simran Bahadur, Shubha Satheesh, Sophie Molineux, Ekta Bisht and Kate Cross

Royal Challengers Bangalore full squad after WPL 2024 auction:

• Asha Shobana
• Disha Kasat
• Indrani Roy
• Kanika Ahuja
• Renuka Singh
• Richa Ghosh
• Shreyanka Patil
• Smriti Mandhana
• Ellyse Perry
• Heather Knight
• Sophie Devine
• Georgia Wareham
• Meghana Sabbineni
• Simran Bahadur
• Shubha Satheesh
• Sophie Molineux
• Ekta Bisht
• Kate Cross

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