Ellyse Perry Withdraws From WPL 2026 Due to Personal Reasons; Sayali Satghare Named As Replacement of Australian Star in RCB-W
In the 2024 season, Perry notably finished as the tournament's highest run-scorer, earning the Orange Cap and playing a pivotal role in securing the franchise's maiden title. Her absence leaves a gap in both the leadership group and the overseas player balance for the Bengaluru-based team.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) announced on Tuesday that veteran Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry has withdrawn from the 2026 edition of the Women’s Premier League (WPL). The franchise confirmed that Perry’s absence is due to personal reasons, though no further details were disclosed.
To fill the vacancy in the roster, the RCB management has named Indian domestic player Sayali Satghare as her replacement for the upcoming season. Vaishnavi Sharma Spotted Abusing On-Field During IND-W vs SL-W 4th T20I 2025; Young Indian Cricketer's Reaction Goes Viral (Watch Video).
Impact of Perry’s Absence
The withdrawal of Perry marks a significant shift for the 2024 edition's champions’ lineup. The 35-year-old was instrumental in RCB’s previous campaigns, providing stability in the middle order and a reliable medium-pace bowling option.
In the 2024 season, Perry notably finished as the tournament's highest run-scorer, earning the Orange Cap and playing a pivotal role in securing the franchise's maiden title. Her absence leaves a gap in both the leadership group and the overseas player balance for the Bengaluru-based team.
Sayali Satghare Joins the Ranks
Sayali Satghare, a 25-year-old seam-bowling all-rounder from Mumbai, joins the squad as a replacement. Satghare is no stranger to the WPL environment, having previously been part of the Gujarat Giants as a reserve and replacement player.
Known for her performances in domestic cricket, Satghare provides a local pace-bowling option. While she does not occupy an overseas slot, her inclusion allows the coaching staff more flexibility in selecting other international players in the starting XI.
Preparations for WPL 2026
The 2026 WPL season is expected to feature a highly competitive field as teams finalize their tactical adjustments following the recent auction and player movements. For RCB, the focus now shifts to reconfiguring their middle-order strategy without Perry's experience. Smriti Mandhana Becomes Second Indian Women Cricketer To Reach 10,000 International Runs, Achieves Feat During IND-W vs SL-W 4th T20I 2025.
Official updates regarding the full tournament schedule and RCB's final preparations can be found on the official WPL website or the Royal Challengers Bangalore news portal.
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