The ECB sent an email to teams warning against discrimination regarding the upcoming March auction. Reports had claimed franchises like Manchester Super Giants and MI London would not consider any Pakistan cricketers. The joint statement firmly denies these claims, affirming that the tournament is open to everyone regardless of nationality.
ECB insists Pakistan players won't be excluded from The Hundred
The England and Wales Cricket Board and all eight The Hundred teams have jointly insisted the competition remains inclusive following reports that Indian-owned franchises might freeze out Pakistan players.