‘I’d like to win as many matches as possible’: Deepti Sharma after UPW pick

AGRA: Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma expressed pride in representing UP Warriorz (UPW) after her services were secured by the franchise for a whopping Rs 3.20 crore in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction. She said she aims to play well and help the team win as many matches as possible in the 2026 season.

Deepti became the most expensive buy at the auction. Deepti said she is very happy with the team’s move but doesn’t focus on the price tag. She expressed pride in representing UP Warriorz, especially being from Agra.

“It feels good, and I am very happy. To be honest, I don’t focus on it much. I just want to play my best cricket and play for the franchise. It feels good to play for the UP Warriors. It feels good to play for the UP Warriors, especially since I am from Agra. I would like to play good matches and win as many matches as possible,” the Indian all-rounder said.

#WATCH | Agra, Uttar Pradesh: On WPL, Indian cricketer Deepti Sharma says, “It feels good, I am very happy, I always try to give my best no matter which franchise I play for… UP Warriors have selected me again (in WPL), so I am happy. I want to perform well in whatever matches… pic.twitter.com/Qn36WspGzJ

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Deepti, who played a key role in India’s recent ICC ODI Women’s World Cup triumph, was named Player of the Tournament and is expected to be a vital part of the UPW setup. She also finished as the highest wicket-taker in the tournament with 22 wickets.

UPW also strengthened their squad with the additions of Australia’s Meg Lanning, Phoebe Litchfield and Deandra Dottin, giving their batting a formidable lineup. Their spin department has been bolstered by Sophie Ecclestone, while the pace attack gains depth with Shikha Pandey and promising talents like Kranti Goud and Kiran Navgire. UPW appear to have opted for a powerful blend of experience and youth.

UPW squad for WPL 2026:
Deepti Sharma, Shikha Pandey, Meg Lanning, Phoebe Litchfield, Asha Sobhana, Sophie Ecclestone, Deandra Dottin, KP Navgire, Harleen Deol, Kranti Gaud, Pratika Rawal, Shweta Sehrawat, CL Tryon, SL Meena, TG Norris, Trisha Gongadi, SR Giri, Simran Shaikh. (ANI)