Gujarat Giants enter WPL 2027 mini-auction with least work to do

Gujarat Giants head coach Michael Klinger said the franchise enters the 2027 Women's Premier League mini-auction with the least work to do among all teams. The Ahmedabad side retained 11 players after the 2026 season, releasing only Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Titas Sadhu, Ayushi Soni and Shivani Singh. Klinger said the squad already meets the minimum requirement of 15 players and needs only depth additions rather than a rebuild.

The franchise finished second in the league phase last season before losing in the Eliminator for the second consecutive year. Klinger said the side has a settled starting XI and a strong squad with multiple combinations available. He praised wicketkeeper Yastika Bhatia, signed at the 2026 mega-auction despite an injury, and expects her to return fit for the 2027 season.

The 2027 mini-auction takes place two days after the domestic season begins, a scheduling change Klinger said adds complexity for all franchises. He said Gujarat Giants remain confident of taking the next step beyond the Eliminator this season.