IPL Giants Conquer English Cricket: The Hundred 2026 Auction Sees Major Takeover

• The Hundred 2026 auction at London’s Piccadilly Lights confirmed IPL giants' expansion into English cricket, transforming the tournament into a "Global IPL."
• Sun Group, led by Kaviya Maran, acquired Northern Superchargers, rebranding them as Sunrisers Leeds and signing Pakistan's Abrar Ahmed for £190,000.
• Reliance Industries (Mumbai Indians) secured the Lord’s-based franchise, now MI London, marking a significant symbolic victory at the "Home of Cricket."
• RPSG Group (Lucknow Super Giants) took over Manchester Originals, rebranding them as Manchester Super Giants, setting up a "North-South Derby" with MI London.
• GMR Group (Delhi Capitals) increased its stake in Southern Brave, focusing on youth development and a robust bowling attack, leveraging their global experience.