NEW DELHI: In a shocking turn at the Women’s Premier League 2026 auction, Australia captain Alyssa Healy went unsold in the opening round. Fans were left surprised, as the marquee player carried a base price of Rs. 50 lakh.

Healy, previously the captain of UP Warriorz, missed the 2025 season due to a foot injury. Recent calf concerns during the Women’s World Cup may have added to franchises’ hesitation.

Widely regarded as one of the finest talents in women’s cricket, Healy is a six-time World Cup winner. She has been a key figure for Australia in both ODIs and T20Is.

Known for her explosive batting and sharp wicketkeeping, she has the ability to change games singlehandedly. Her leadership experience and ability to handle pressure make her an invaluable asset for any team.

In the WPL, Healy has scored 428 runs in 17 matches at an impressive strike rate of 130.49. Analysts and fans labelled her going unsold a “massive oversight.”

Many expect her to become a hot property in later rounds or mid-season acquisitions.

Her strengths include aggressive strokeplay, quick running between the wickets, and safe hands behind the stumps. She remains an inspiration for young cricketers worldwide.

Top buys in the WPL 2026 auction so far

Several players have already secured big deals in the WPL 2026 auction. Deepti Sharma went to UP Warriorz for Rs. 3.20 crores, while Amelia Kerr was bought by Mumbai Indians for Rs. 3.00 crores.

Sophie Devine joined Gujarat Giants for Rs. 2.00 crores, Meg Lanning returned to UP Warriorz for Rs. 1.90 crores, and Laura Wolvaardt was acquired by Delhi Capitals for Rs. 1.10 crore.

While the auction continues, Alyssa Healy’s surprising unsold status remains the biggest talking point. Even with her remarkable record and leadership experience, she went unclaimed, showing that the WPL auction can produce unexpected twists.