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The owners of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have expanded their global cricket footprint by acquiring stakes in Northern Superchargers, a franchise in England’s The Hundred tournament. The deal, worth GBP 100 million, saw SRH outbid two other contenders, further highlighting the growing influence of IPL franchises in England’s 100-ball competition.
With this acquisition, Northern Superchargers becomes the sixth team in The Hundred to transition into private ownership, as the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) continues to seek external investments to globalize and strengthen the league.
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SRH Joins IPL Giants in The Hundred’s Expansion
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s entry into The Hundred follows the footsteps of other IPL franchise owners, who have recently invested in the tournament:
- Mumbai Indians (MI) acquired stakes in Oval Invincibles
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) invested in Manchester Originals
The Chennai-based Sun Group, which owns SRH, now adds another major franchise to its portfolio, strengthening its presence in global T20 leagues. They already own Sunrisers Eastern Cape, the defending SA20 champions in South Africa.
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Northern Superchargers: A Key Franchise in The Hundred
Based at Headingley, Leeds, Northern Superchargers has been a part of The Hundred since its inception, boasting a strong fan base. With a 49% stake, the SRH owners will now collaborate with Yorkshire County Cricket Club, which currently operates the team.
The Hundred’s Shift to Private Ownership
With this deal, six out of the eight teams in The Hundred have now moved to private ownership:
✅ London Spirit
✅ Oval Invincibles (Mumbai Indians)
✅ Welsh Fire
✅ Manchester Originals (Lucknow Super Giants)
✅ Birmingham Phoenix
✅ Northern Superchargers (Sunrisers Hyderabad)
The only remaining ECB-controlled teams are Trent Rockets and Southern Brave, but they too are expected to be sold soon.
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What This Means for The Hundred
The shift towards private investment is aimed at:
✔ Bringing financial stability to the league
✔ Enhancing cross-league collaborations between IPL and The Hundred
✔ Expanding sponsorship opportunities
✔ Facilitating cricketing expertise exchange between franchises
With IPL owners now playing a significant role in The Hundred, the league could see a surge in popularity, talent-sharing, and commercial growth, setting the stage for an exciting new era in franchise cricket.
