Player Auction
The Hundred 2026 auction concludes with key signings and unsold players
AI에 의해 보고됨 AI에 의해 생성된 이미지
The men's Hundred auction took place on March 12, 2026, featuring high-profile signings and notable withdrawals. Pakistan's Haris Rauf went unsold, while Shaheen Afridi made a late withdrawal. Teams like MI London and Welsh Fire secured stars such as Tom Curran and Joe Root.
The inaugural auction for the Women's Hundred on March 11, 2026, in London resulted in several players securing contracts exceeding £100,000, marking a significant rise in salaries for women's cricket in the UK. English talents Danielle Gibson, Issy Wong, and Tilly Corteen-Coleman were among the top buys, while overseas stars Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine fetched the highest fees of £210,000 each. This shift from the previous draft system follows substantial investments in the competition's franchises.
AI에 의해 보고됨
The England and Wales Cricket Board has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive selection in The Hundred amid reports that Pakistani players may face exclusion from teams linked to Indian owners. The controversy highlights tensions in global cricket influenced by India-Pakistan relations. Franchises pledge to base picks on merit alone.