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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) 1have retained their core, including three key Indian players, ahead of the 2026 mega auction while keeping hold of Australian cricket legend, Ellyse Perry, who has not just been key to their success but widely regarded as the greatest female cricketer of all time. The 2024 winners kept hold of their captain, Smriti Mandhana, as well as Richa Ghosh, who was a vital member of India's World Cup-winning team. Youngster Shreyanka Patil will also stay with the franchise despite missing the last season due to injury, having won the purple cap in their title win. Although two players who were part of India's World Cup-winning team have been released, this includes star pacer Renuka Singh, who has been part of their camp since the inaugural season. Snen Rana was also let go after making a positive impact in 2025, after coming in as an injury replacement for Shreyanka. RCB WPL 2026 Player Retention List Players Retained:Smriti Mandhana (Rs. 3.5 crore), Richa Ghosh (Rs. 2.75 crore), Ellyse Perry (Rs. 2 Crore), Shreyanka Patil (Rs. 60 Lakhs) Players Released:Charlie Dean, Danni Wyatt, Ekta Bisht, Georgia Wareham, Heather Graham, Jagravi Pawar, Joshitha V J, Kanika Ahuja, Kim Garth, Nuzhat Parween, Prema Rawat, Raghvi Bist, Renuka Singh, Sabbineni Meghana, Sneh Rana Auction Purse Left:Rs. 6.15 Crore RTMs Left:1 Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Sports, Cricket and around the world.
