India, Nov. 26 -- The last few weeks have felt like a dream for women's cricket in India - stadiums overflowing with joy, a World Cup trophy lifted, history made and a fanbase finally seeing its heroes crowned. Into this moment arrives the Women's Premier League mega auction, a platform where destinies are overturned and futures written.

As some of the world's best players go under the hammer, with millions of bucks for the teams to invest, India stands closer than ever to becoming the global hub for women's cricket.

"I was blown away three years ago at the start of the WPL, the support there was at that point for women's cricket here in India. I think that's grown. I think the hype around the tournament, the support of the players has ...