Gujarat Giants Full Squad at WPL Auction 2025: Gujarat Giants made the biggest noise at the mini-auction with two of the most expensive buys, including middle-order batter Simran Shaikh.
The uncapped batter was sold for Rs 1.90 crore following a bidding war after West Indies all-rounder Deandra Dottin became the first buy of the day at Rs 1.70 crore. Find out all the details below:

| Player Name | Country | Role | Price (in INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deandra Dottin | West Indies | All-Rounder | Rs 1.70 crore (Base price Rs 50 lakh) |
| Simran Shaikh | India | Batter (Uncapped) | Rs 1.90 crore (Base price Rs 10 lakh) |
| Danielle Gibson | England | All-Rounder | Rs 30 lakh (BP: Rs 30 lakh) |
| Prakasikha Naik | India | Bowler (Uncapped) | Rs 10 lakh (BP: Rs 10 lakh) |
* (asterisk marked) are foreign players
| Total Players | Overseas Players | Purse Used (in INR) | Purse Remaining (in INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 5 | ₹14.20 crore | ₹80 lakh |
* Each squad need a minimum of 15 players and allowed a maximum of 19
* Each team can sign up to 6 overseas players, including one from an associate nation
Ashleigh Gardner*, Beth Mooney* (c & wk), Dayalan Hemalatha, Harleen Deol, Laura Wolvaardt*, Shabnam Shakil, Tanuja Kanwer, Phoebe Litchfield*, Meghna Singh, Kashvee Gautam, Priya Mishra, Mannat Kashyap, Bharti Fulmali, Sayali Satghare, Deandra Dottin, Simran Shaikh, Danielle Gibson*, Prakasikha Naik
*Foreign players
Their first major acquisition was Deandra Dottin, who was bought for Rs 1.70 crore. The seasoned all-rounder is expected to bring both batting firepower and crucial bowling options to the team. They also secured Simran Shaikh, a promising batter, for Rs 1.90 crore, making her the most expensive pick for Gujarat Giants. Shaikh's explosive batting could play a pivotal role in bolstering their top order.
Gujarat's updated squad now includes both retained and new faces. Retained players like Ashleigh Gardner, Harleen Deol, and Tanuja Kanwar provide a solid foundation, while the new signings add depth and potential. With a well-balanced squad, Gujarat Giants are aiming to bounce back in WPL 2025 and make a mark after their disappointing performance in the inaugural season.