Summary
The Hundred cricket competition will hold its first player auction in London on March 11 and 12, 2026. Previously, teams used a draft system to choose players, but new private investments have led to an auction system similar to the Indian Premier League. The competition will have 64 matches, starting on July 21 and ending on August 16.
Key Facts
- The Hundred will conduct its first player auction on March 11 and 12, 2026.
- Previously, players were chosen through a draft with set salary levels.
- The change to an auction system is due to new private investments.
- Four teams have part-owners from the Indian Premier League.
- The women's auction is on March 11, and the men's auction is on March 12.
- Teams can have 16 to 18 players, with a minimum and maximum salary limit.
- The men's team salary budget is now £2.05 million, a 45% increase.
- The women's team salary budget is £880,000, a 100% increase.
- Fixtures for 2026 include 64 matches, with the event concluding on August 16.
