Deandra Dottin Sold for INR 1.7 Crore at WPL 2025 Mini-Auction
Deandra Dottin Becomes Second Most Expensive Player in 2025 WPL Mini-Auction
Gujarat Giants Secure Deandra Dottin for INR 1.7 Crore
West Indies all-rounder Deandra Dottin was a top purchase at the 2025 WPL Mini-Auction. She was the day’s second most expensive player. The Gujarat Giants bought Dottin for INR 1.7 crore at the auction in Bengaluru on Sunday.
Dottin’s acquisition is a key milestone in her 33-year career. She will bring her experience to the WPL. In 132 WT20I matches, she scored 2,817 runs. This includes two centuries and 12 fifties. Her reputation as a top player in women’s cricket is intact. It confirms the Gujarat Giants’ investment in her as a match-winner.
Gujarat Giants’ Big Spending in WPL 2025 Mini-Auction
The Gujarat Giants made headlines with their spending. Dottin’s INR 1.7 crore deal was only outdone by their purchase of uncapped Indian batter Simran Shaikh for INR 1.9 crore. This makes Dottin the second most expensive player of the auction.
The Giants are banking on Dottin’s explosive ability to win games. They have added her to a much-improved lineup for the 2025 season.
A Trailblazer Returns to Gujarat Giants
Dottin’s association with the Gujarat Giants is not new. She was initially signed by the franchise for INR 60 lakh during the inaugural WPL season in 2023. However, in a controversial decision, Dottin was released just days before the tournament. This move raised eyebrows across the cricketing world.
Her return to the franchise now costs more. It reflects her status as one of the game’s most impactful players.
A Legend of the Shortest Format
Deandra Dottin has long been a trailblazer in women’s cricket. She holds the record for the fastest century in women’s T20s. She smashed a 38-ball hundred against South Africa in the 2010 T20 World Cup. That historic knock made her the first woman to score a T20I century. It cemented her legacy as a pioneer in the sport.
Dottin’s aggressive batting and power-hitting are a big boost to the Gujarat Giants for WPL 2025. Her all-rounder skills add to her value.
Other Notable Purchases: G Kamilini to Mumbai Indians
The mini-auction also saw the Mumbai Indians buy U-19 wicketkeeper-batter G Kamilini for INR 1.6 crore. Her signing further highlights the growing spotlight on young talents in the WPL.
A Statement of Intent by Gujarat Giants
Deandra Dottin’s INR 1.7 crore purchase shows the Gujarat Giants‘ intent to build a strong squad for WPL 2025. With a storied career and unmatched experience, Dottin will be key for the team in the tournament.
Her return to the franchise shows her lasting appeal. It also promises fireworks in a defining season for Dottin and the Giants.
