WPL 2024: 5 auction picks that turned out to be masterstrokes for teams

Almost a month of scintillating cricketing action has come to a most fitting conclusion. Gujarat Giants (GG) were knocked out early, UP Warriorz (UPW) also missed out on the playoffs, the defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) lost the Eliminator, Delhi Capitals (DC) had another dominant campaign but ended without a taste of victory and finally, above all, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) clinched their maiden title.

While Orange Cap winner Ellyse Perry, Purple Cap holder Shreyanka Patil and Player of the Tournament Deepit Sharma grabbed the limelight throughout the series, there were many others who set the mega stage on fire with their spirited performances. Some franchises have struck gold with their new acquisitions in the 2024 mini-auction.

Here are the five auction picks that turned out to be masterstrokes for WPL 2024 teams 

#5. Sabbhineni Meghana (RCB)

Andhra Pradesh cricketer S Meghna joined the RCB camp for a base price of Rs 30 lakh. She had a decent campaign with the blockbuster franchise, scoring 168 runs from 6 innings at an impressive average of 33.60 and a strike rate of 112.75.

Her 44-ball 53 was crucial in RCB's first win of the season against UPW, setting the stage for their impressive run for the remainder of the tournament. Although Meghana hasn't done any outstanding this season, she has proved to be a valuable asset to the team in the years to come.