I am super excited to be joining RCB – Lauren Bell

RCB's headline signing of the WPL 2026 Mega Auction was that of England seamer Lauren Bell, who the franchise signed for INR 90L. A pacer capable of bowling across all three phases of the game, Bell enjoyed a terrific season of The Hundred 2025 where she finished as the leading wicket-taker with 19 scalps at a meagre economy rate of just 5.39.

After a fierce battle with the Mumbai Indians to sign the England bowler, RCB bagged Bell's services, with her recent form and experience of playing 36 WT20Is for her nation certain to add a lot of value to the bowling unit.

In a video posted by RCB, Lauren Bell opened up on the feeling of joining the franchise and said, “I am super super excited to be joining RCB. What an amazing franchise to be a part of! I can’t wait to bring in some fun and excitement and play some amazing cricket. Can’t wait to meet you all soon enough. Looking forward to it.”