The Hundred Auction 2026: Key Players and Prices Revealed
The Hundred Auction 2026: Key Players and Prices Revealed
The Hundred Auction 2026, held on March 12 at Piccadilly Lights in Central London, showcased a competitive bidding environment with significant player sales. Joe Root was the highest earner, fetching a remarkable £240,000 from the Manchester Super Giants.
Adil Rashid followed closely, sold for £250,000 to Southern Brave, while Jordan Cox commanded an impressive £300,000 from Welsh Fire. Other notable sales included James Vince, who was acquired by MI London for £190,000, and Jonny Bairstow, who went to London Spirit for £160,000.
Among the players sold, Aiden Markram attracted a bid of £200,000 from Manchester Super Giants, and Finn Allen was taken by Trent Rockets for £160,000. Ryan Rickelton also made headlines with a sale price of £150,000 to Sunrisers Leeds.
However, not all players found new teams; Daryl Mitchell and Haris Rauf remained unsold during the auction. The event featured a total of 247 players, highlighting the depth of talent available in this year’s auction.
This auction marks the first-ever player auction for The Hundred, a format that has rapidly gained popularity since its inception. Observers are keen to see how these player movements will impact the upcoming season.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the strategies teams will employ with their new acquisitions, but the excitement surrounding The Hundred continues to build as fans await the start of the season.
