The Hundred Unveils Historic Auction with Lucrative Salaries

The Hundred is set to debut its first-ever player auction in March, according to England's cricket board (ECB), who announced the change as part of efforts to enhance competition quality and player earnings. The new system promises a salary pot exceeding 2 million pounds per team in the men's competition, borrowing the auction concept from the Indian Premier League (IPL).

The player's pool will consist of 16 to 18 members per squad, with salary constraints involving both minimum and maximum limits. The move positions The Hundred as a top-tier competition for player remuneration, trailing only the IPL and the Indian Women's Premier League in terms of player pay.

As the sixth edition of The Hundred approaches, changes were ratified by The Hundred's board, following proposals from the Playing Working Group and representatives of all eight teams. The auction, complemented by pre-auction signings and a mid-season Wildcard Draft, aims to secure the world's best cricketing talent while elevating the overall spectator experience.