UP Warriorz sealed a big‑ticket signing when Australian all‑rounder Sophie Molineux joined the squad for Rs 1.1 crore in the WPL 2027 auction.
That deal was the most expensive of the auction, but the franchise also brought in Sushma Verma, Grace Harris, Sneh Rana, Asha Sobhana Joy, Sahana Pawar, Manali Dakshini and Kathryn Bryce for a combined Rs 1.5 crore, bringing the total spend on new players to Rs 2.6 crore.
The Warriors kept a core of 10 experienced stars—including Deepti Sharma, Meg Lanning, Shikha Pandey and Phoebe Litchfield—ensuring a balanced lineup of batters, bowlers, wicket‑keepers and all‑rounders.
Molineux’s arrival is a turning point for UP; her ability to deliver both bat and ball will give the team a dual threat that can swing matches in tight finishes.
With a squad that now blends international firepower and domestic depth, the Warriors are set to challenge for the top spot in the 2027 WPL standings.
The franchise’s first outing will be against Hyderabad Sparks on 12 February, a test that will reveal if the new mix can handle pressure.