Cricket Auction
Haris Rauf leads 14 Pakistani players in Hundred auction list
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Fast bowler Haris Rauf has been named a marquee player among 14 men from Pakistan in the final list for The Hundred men's auction. The inclusion comes amid concerns over potential exclusion by teams linked to the Indian Premier League due to political tensions. The England and Wales Cricket Board has emphasized that selections must not discriminate based on nationality.
The England and Wales Cricket Board and all eight Hundred franchises have issued a joint statement committing to select players based solely on performance, without regard to nationality. This follows reports that Indian-owned teams might exclude Pakistan cricketers from the upcoming auction due to diplomatic tensions. The move aims to ensure the tournament remains inclusive ahead of the March player draft.