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EXPLAINERSport|CricketPakistani players in the Hundred: What’s the cricket controversy all about?Breaking down the row involving Pakistani cricketers’ presence in a franchise league in which Indian businesses own teams.

A franchise cricket tournament in the United Kingdom, known as The Hundred and organized by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), is facing scrutiny regarding the selection of Pakistani players for teams partially owned by Indian businesses.

RBy Rebecca StoneFeb 25, 20261 min read

A franchise cricket tournament in the United Kingdom, known as The Hundred and organized by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), is facing scrutiny regarding the selection of Pakistani players for teams partially owned by Indian businesses.

Four of the eight teams in The Hundred are part-owned by businesses that also own franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL). These teams include Manchester Super Giants, MI London, Southern Brave, and Sunrisers Leeds.

Recent reports have suggested that Pakistani cricketers may not be considered by these four teams during the player draft in March. This has led to significant discussion within the cricket community.

In response, the ECB has issued a statement asserting its commitment to inclusivity. The ECB emphasized that selection will be based solely on cricketing performance, availability, and team needs. They reiterated that players must not be excluded based on nationality and highlighted regulations for addressing discrimination.

Four of the eight teams in The Hundred are part-owned by businesses that also own franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
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Pakistani cricketer Sahibzada Farhan expressed optimism about being selected, noting that player selection is at the discretion of the franchises. Fast bowlers Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf, among others, have registered for the upcoming auction. Female players like Fatima Sana and Sadia Iqbal have also signed up for the women's auction.

Pakistani players have participated in The Hundred in previous years, with Mohammed Amir and Imad Wasim playing last year. Several other players, including Afridi, have been part of the tournament historically.

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The auction for the women's teams is scheduled for Sun, Mar 11, 2024, followed by the men's auction on the next day. The event will be broadcast live on the league's official website.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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