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Kolkata Knight Riders consider Hundred franchise investment if expanded

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 10:23 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders consider Hundred franchise investment if expanded
Summary

The Kolkata Knight Riders are reportedly interested in investing in a new franchise for The Hundred if the tournament expands from eight to ten teams. Knight Riders Group, previously in bidding for the Trent Rockets, opted out due to perceived overvaluation but may re-enter the process with expansion. Durham and a southwest team based in Bristol or Taunton have been mentioned as potential new franchises. The current media rights cycle for The Hundred runs until 2028, and expansion could occur thereafter, potentially increasing broadcast deal value.

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Key Details
  • •Kolkata Knight Riders interested in The Hundred franchise expansion
  • •They withdrew from bidding for Trent Rockets last year
  • •Expansion could add two teams, possibly in Durham and southwest England
  • •Current media rights cycle concludes in 2028
  • •Franchises owned by IPL groups signal significant investment interest
Latest Updates
  • 10:23 AMYahoo Sports — Knight Riders could invest in Hundred if it expands
  • 10:16 AMBBC Sport — Knight Riders could invest in Hundred if it expands
What they're saying
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Kolkata Knight Riders are interested in buying a stake in a new Hundred franchise if the competition expands to 10 teams.

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Kolkata Knight Riders are interested in buying a stake in a new Hundred franchise if the competition expands to 10 teams.

Related Teams & Leagues
Kolkata Knight RidersLucknow Super GiantsTrent RocketsSouthern BraveIndiaEnglandIPLCricket

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