Ellyse Perry won’t be playing in WPL 2026, but she made sure her team knew she’s still with them.
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder pulled out of the tournament citing personal reasons. But ahead of RCB’s opening match against Mumbai Indians at the DY Patil Stadium on Friday, she sent a heartfelt video message to her teammates and fans.
RCB posted the video on Instagram with the caption: “A familiar voice wishing strength and support. Perry sends her love and luck to the squad for the WPL 2026 season ahead.”
In the video, Perry spoke directly to her teammates and the “RCB Bold” fanbase. She highlighted the connection she’s built with the franchise and the city over the past three years.
Even though said she’ll be watching from home and cheering them on. She also asked fans to back the team all season long.
“Hey team, all the very best tonight and for all of the WPL. I hope you guys have a great time. You’ve got the best fans in the world, and I’m sure they’ll be there cheering you on, as will I from home. Go well, have a great time,” Perry said in RCB’s Instagram post.
Perry’s absence ends a strong run in the league. RCB retained her for ₹2 crore ahead of this season. Over three WPL seasons, she’s scored 972 runs.
In the 2024 edition, she won the Orange Cap after smashing 347 runs at an average of 69.40. She’s also taken 14 wickets and holds the record for the best bowling figures in WPL history: 6/15 against Mumbai Indians.
Perry has been a game-changer for RCB with both bat and ball. She’s anchored the middle order and delivered crucial breakthroughs when the team needed them most.
