Summary
Sixty-seven Pakistani players have registered for the upcoming Hundred cricket tournament auction, but they are not being considered by four teams linked to India's IPL. The auction will occur on March 11 and 12, featuring a new auction system instead of the previous draft method. The Hundred is an English cricket competition that includes players from around the world.
Key Facts
- 67 Pakistani players, including 63 men and 4 women, have registered for The Hundred auction.
- Four teams in The Hundred, connected to IPL franchises, are not considering Pakistani players.
- The auction will be held on March 11 and 12, moving from a draft to an auction system.
- Almost 1,000 players from 18 countries have signed up for the auction.
- The men's salary cap for 2026 has increased to £2.05 million, and the women's cap is now £880,000.
- The Hundred includes teams owned by companies with links to the IPL, affecting player selection.
- Prominent cricket names like Joe Root, Adil Rashid, and Jonny Bairstow are part of the men's player list.
- No Indian players are on the men's list for this year's auction.
