Goa, Oct. 29 -- Indian cricket has found another young prospect to watch, with 15-year-old Uma Kashvi making history at the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction. Delhi Capitals signed the Karnataka cricketer for Rs 10 lakh, making her the youngest player ever to be bought at a WPL auction.

The milestone came on October 28 at the WPL auction held at the Grand Hyatt in Kochi. Kashvi, aged 15 years and 202 days, surpassed the previous record held by Deeya Yadav, who was 16 when she became the youngest player purchased at a WPL auction last year.

Kashvi's selection marks a significant moment in her early cricketing career, giving her an opportunity to develop alongside established players in one of the leading women's franchise cricket...