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WPL 2026 Retention: Gujarat Giants (GG) on Thursday announced their retained players ahead of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Mega Auction, scheduled to take place later this month.

After a season that marked their inspiring rise to the playoffs for the first time, the Gujarat have retained the Australian duo of Ashleigh Gardner and Beth Mooney ahead of the mega auction.

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Reflecting the team’s philosophy of playing with humility, fearlessness and purpose, the retentions highlight Gujarat Giants’ continued focus on sustaining a competitive edge in the evolving landscape of women’s cricket.

“We played an exciting brand of cricket last season, and while parting ways with some players is always tough, it’s part of the league’s evolution. We’ve retained two strong players who reflect our playing ethos, and we’re eager to add fresh energy at the auction to take the team forward," Head Coach Michael Klinger said in an statement. 

GG Retention List

Ashleigh Gardner (Rs 3.50 crore)

Beth Mooney (Rs 2.50 crore)

GG’s Released Players List

Indian players: Harleen Deol, Bharti Fulmali, Dayalan Hemalatha, Simran Shaikh, Mannat Kashyap, Sayali Satghare, Kashvee Gautam, Tanuja Kanwar, Meghna Singh, Prakashika Naik, Priya Mishra, Shabnam Shakil.

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Overseas players: Phoebe Litchfield, Laura Wolvaardt, Deandra Dottin, Danielle Gibson.

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