Mon Dec 16 05:23:53 UTC 2024: ## Mumbai Indians Unveils 2025 WPL Squad in Thrilling Auction
**Bengaluru, India** – The Mumbai Indians (MI) have unveiled their 2025 Women’s Premier League (WPL) squad in a dramatic auction, securing several key players and emerging stars. The team, aiming to reclaim the title after a playoff exit in 2024, filled four open slots with a mix of capped and uncapped talent, highlighted by the acquisition of South African T20 World Cup star Nadine de Klerk.
The auction, which began at 2:30 PM IST, saw MI engage in a spirited bidding war for several players. A notable win was securing Indian under-19 wicket-keeper G Kamalini for a substantial 1.6 crore INR, exceeding her base price significantly. The team also added promising young Indian all-rounder Sanskriti Gupta, showcasing a focus on developing homegrown talent. The final roster addition was Akshita Maheshwari, a Rajasthan pace-bowling all-rounder.
The auction process involved several breaks, allowing teams to strategize and review potential acquisitions. MI’s strategy centered around identifying both established international players and exciting, uncapped Indian talent.
The team’s final squad, now complete, is ready for the 2025 WPL season, starting in a few months. MI expressed their excitement and confidence in their new lineup, emphasizing their ambition to return to championship glory.
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