News Summary

• The Hundred will launch a player auction and significantly increase salaries for the 2026 season.
• Players were previously allocated to sides via a draft with a set of salary tiers.
• The salary pot in the men's competition will rise by 45% to £2.05m per side, and the fund for women's teams will increase by 100%.
• The number of overseas players permitted in both competitions increases from three to four.
• The sixth season of The Hundred will take place in July and August 2026, with an exact start date yet to be announced.