‘Excited to represent them again’ – Deepti Sharma delighted to be with UP Warriorz for WPL 2026

Deepti Sharma became the second most expensive player sold at the WPL auction for INR 3.2 crore to UP Warriorz via right-to-match. Speaking on JioHotstar’s ‘Match Centre Live Auction Special’, Deepti shared her excitement about returning to the franchise, credited WPL for her batting evolution, and picked Phoebe Litchfield as her most anticipated new teammate.

UP Warriorz’ Deepti Sharma expressed joy at returning to the team after a bidding battle with Delhi Capitals.

“I’m from Uttar Pradesh and have strong ties with UP Warriorz. The management has always been excellent and supportive. The auction was thrilling from the start, and I’m delighted that UP Warriorz bought me back. I’m excited to represent them again,” Deepti Sharma said via JioHotstar.

On how playing in the WPL has helped her batting:

“The WPL has played a massive role in my development. The year I won MVP, and even prior to that, the intense practice on expanding my batting shots paid off tremendously. That season helped me mature significantly as a batter, teaching me how to elevate my strike-rate strategically by adapting my game plan. For me, that’s been WPL’s biggest contribution.”

On her excitement about UP Warriorz’s squad:

“The atmosphere has been great right from the start. I’m feeling really positive seeing new players from different teams join UP Warriorz. Having played with many of them before creates a comfortable vibe. The management remains incredibly supportive, and as I mentioned earlier, the changes I made to my batting two years ago were transformative for me.”

On UP Warriorz’s new signings like Phoebe Litchfield and Meg Lanning:

“It’s tough to pick just one because players like Phoebe Litchfield and Meg Lanning are performing brilliantly. Meg Lanning has been outstanding in the Big Bash (League),, while Harleen Deol shone in the World Cup. They’re all exciting additions, but if I had to choose, I’d go with Phoebe Litchfield.”