The Hundred introduces new teams, kits, and trophy for 2026 season
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 6:14 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
The Hundred returns this summer, featuring several changes for the 2026 season. A new trophy will be awarded to the top-performing men's and women's side combined. Eight teams now have overseas investors, including significant stakes from Reliance Industries in MI London and Todd Boehly's Cain International in Trent Rockets. Additionally, several teams have new names and kits, aligning with their affiliated Indian Premier League clubs, including MI London and SunRisers Leeds. Jude Bellingham has acquired a small stake in Birmingham Phoenix, which will support community cricket participation.
- •The Hundred runs from July 21 to August 16, 2026.
- •A combined trophy will reward the best-performing team overall.
- •All teams are now backed by overseas investors.
- •Teams are adopting colors and kits matching their IPL counterparts.
- •Bellingham's investment aims to enhance cricket's local engagement.
"As The Hundred returns for 2026 - live on Sky Sports from Tuesday July 21 to Sunday August 16 - we look at what has changed for the ECB's 100-ball competition…
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