The Women's Premier League 2025 mini-auction saw uncapped spinner Simran Shaikh become the most expensive buy at Rs 1.90 crore. Sixteen-year-old G Kamalini secured a Rs 1.60 crore deal with Mumbai Indians. Gujarat Giants also acquired Deandra Dottin for Rs 1.70 crore. Franchises spent a total of Rs 7.65 crore, focusing primarily on Indian talent.
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