Kochi, Oct. 28 -- Young batter Saanika Chalke was picked up by Mumbai Indians for Rs 10 lakh, while Scotland spinner Kirstie Gordon and all-rounder Kathryn Bryce were among the players signed by franchises at the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 mini-auction in Kochi on Wednesday.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured Australian all-rounder Jess Jonassen at her base price of Rs 40 lakh. Jonassen, who has played three seasons for Delhi Capitals, was ruled out of the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) due to a hip injury and is expected to recover in January.

Mumbai Indians picked up 20-year-old left-handed batter Saanika Chalke for Rs 10 lakh. Chalke has emerged as a promising young prospect, having scored a double century for Mumbai in...