The Delhi Capitals Women’s team has officially revealed its retention list for WPL 2026, setting the stage for the upcoming mega auction on November 27 in New Delhi (Aerocity). After a deep review of performances and team balance, DC have chosen a strong core of five players to continue into the new WPL cycle.
Delhi Capitals are the only team to reach all three WPL finals so far. Even though they have not lifted the trophy yet, their consistency shows the quality and structure of the side. With the new cycle starting, the franchise aims to build on this momentum and finally secure the title.
DC WPL 2026 Retention Overview
Delhi Capitals retained five players, which means:
- Total purse deduction = ₹9.25 crore
- Remaining purse = ₹5.70 crore
- No RTM cards available
- One of the retained players must be uncapped (Niki Prasad)
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Delhi Capitals WPL 2026 Retained Players List
DC have kept a powerful mix of Indian stars and overseas match-winners:
| Player Name | Type | Retention Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jemimah Rodrigues | Indian (Capped) | ₹2.2 crore |
| Shafali Verma | Indian (Capped) | ₹2.2 crore |
| Marizanne Kapp | Overseas | ₹2.2 crore |
| Annabel Sutherland | Overseas | ₹2.2 crore |
| Niki Prasad | Indian (Uncapped) | ₹50 lakh |
These five players form DC’s core for the new season.
Delhi Capitals Released Players List for WPL 2026
DC released several big names due to retention cap limits and strategic reshuffling.
| Released Players |
|---|
| Meg Lanning |
| Sneha Deepthi |
| Alice Capsey |
| Arundhati Reddy |
| Jess Jonassen |
| Minnu Mani |
| N. Charani |
| Shikha Pandey |
| Nandini Kashyap |
| Sarah Bryce |
| Taniyaa Bhatia |
| Radha Yadav |
| Titas Sadhu |
The release of Meg Lanning, Radha Yadav, and Jess Jonassen was the biggest surprise, but the team had limited slots for overseas and capped Indians.
DC Remaining Purse & Auction Plans
| Team | Remaining Purse | RTM Cards |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals Women | ₹5.70 crore | 0 |
Since DC retained five players, they must now rebuild their remaining squad with limited purse but a very strong core.
The franchise will look to target:
- A new captain (if not choosing from retained stars)
- Impact spinners
- Indian middle-order depth
- Power hitters for lower-order
Why DC Chose These Five Players? – Team View
1. Jemimah Rodrigues & Shafali Verma
Fresh from India’s World Cup win, both delivered match-winning knocks in the semi-final and final. They are the backbone of DC’s batting.
2. Marizanne Kapp & Annabel Sutherland
Both overseas all-rounders give DC stability in batting, bowling, and death overs.
3. Niki Prasad (Uncapped)
A young talent who ensures DC meets the 5-player retention rule and strengthens domestic depth.
DC Official Management’s Outlook
Based on your references:
- DC management says it was difficult to release so many players, but the mega auction demands tough decisions.
- They believe the retained five form a strong, balanced core.
- They are confident of building a better, deeper squad through the mega auction.
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Final Team Snapshot Before Auction
Retained (5)
Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp, Annabel Sutherland, Niki Prasad
Released (13)
Lanning, Capsey, Jonassen, Shikha, Titas, Radha, Bryce and others.
Remaining Purse:
₹5.70 crore
RTM Cards:
0
Conclusion
Delhi Capitals have entered WPL 2026 with a focused strategy. By retaining their strongest performers and keeping a perfect mix of Indian and overseas stars, DC have laid down a solid foundation. With five stars locked in and a competitive purse remaining, the franchise will now look to fill key gaps in the mega auction on November 27 in Delhi.
Fans will be hopeful that this is finally the year Delhi Capitals lift their maiden WPL trophy.
