The Hundred
2024 - 7 - 23The Hundred: Where Cricket Meets Celebrity Investing!
Birmingham Phoenix - cricket - ECB investment - Glazer family - IPL - NFL - Oval Invincibles - Paige Scholfield - Ryan Reynolds - T20 format - The HundredFancy a slice of The Hundred? Ryan Reynolds and the Glazers are batting for investments—find out who's playing for keeps!
The Hundred is back on everyone's lips, not just for cricket enthusiasts but for celebrity watchers, too! Rumour has it that the likes of Manchester United co-owners, the Glazer family, Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds, and even energy drink giants Red Bull are eyeing investments in the Hundred franchises. This commercial spotlight is poised to add a dash of glamour and financial muscle to the competition. With cricket's charm and celebrity allure, it promises to be a thrilling season ahead, both on and off the pitch!
But the road isn’t a straight drive to six runs! English cricket's bold move towards incorporating private investments has raised eyebrows. With Stuart Broad, the seasoned England cricketer, keen to swing a bat in partnership with the Trent Rockets, seemingly everyone wants in on the fun. Moreover, The ECB is reportedly exploring investments from American NFL team owners and the cash-rich IPL. If you're wondering what’s cooking, it’s a cocktail of cricket, investments, and a little bit of Hollywood magic!
As the countdown begins for the 2024 season, concerns about the future of The Hundred remain a hot topic. Is it time to switch to a T20 format? Prominent cricket voices are raising this very query while the tournament is gearing up for action. Despite the hype, controversies swirl, but fans can expect heaps of excitement as the Oval Invincibles defend their title against the Birmingham Phoenix. With the first ball being bowled soon, cricket aficionados are eager to see how the game evolves amidst these burgeoning investments.
Mark your calendars for July 23 when the men’s defending champions, the Oval Invincibles, hit the field! If you're itching to catch the action, you can tune in for free via BBC iPlayer. Meanwhile, cricket's glittering future looks promising as the sport pulls in investors who are ready to bowl over traditional norms. Who knows? The Hundred could just be the place where cricket and celebrity culture collide, sparking a fantastic transformation in how cricket is consumed, played, and cherished in the UK!
Did you know the Glazer family, known for their controversial ownership of Manchester United, also has a penchant for sporting ventures, having invested in numerous sports franchises? Additionally, Ryan Reynolds isn't just a Hollywood heartthrob but has already tasted sports team ownership through his stake in Wrexham AFC, proving the adage 'if you can't beat them, join them' might just be their motto!
Famous names reportedly eye Hundred franchise investments (Insider Media)
Manchester United co-owners the Glazer family, Ryan Reynolds and Red Bull are reportedly among potential investors in The Hundred franchises.
Merv Colenutt column: The Hundred switching to T20 format? (Somerset County Gazette)
August is almost here, but despite England's brilliance in the two test victories over the West Indies, Somerset reaching T20 finals day, attention once ...
The Hundred returns with fresh concerns over controversial ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)
English cricket's most controversial competition once again begins with question marks over its future. In the here and now, the tournament promises packed ...
Stuart Broad sends clear message as Ryan Reynolds and Glazers ... (Mirror.co.uk)
The ECB are opening The Hundred up for private investment and Stuart Broad has revealed he would like to get involved with Trent Rockets, while the Glazers, ...
ECB eyes NFL investment in The Hundred (Sport Industry Group)
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has confirmed it has contacted owners of teams in the NFL regarding potential investment into The Hundred.
England Cricket Board looking at private investments in The ... (The Hans India)
The England and Wales Cricket Board(ECB) is looking to secure private investments, including from team owners of the Indian Premier League and American ...
ECB open to IPL investment in The Hundred (Cricket.com)
English cricket chiefs confirmed on Monday they have held talks with Indian Premier League (IPL) owners about acquiring a stake in their domestic Hundred ...
The Hundred: Oval Invincibles vs Birmingham Phoenix - live stream ... (Sky Sports)
Live stream, text commentary and in-play video clips from Oval Invincibles vs Birmingham Phoenix as the 2024 season of The Hundred gets under way.
Surrey and SE Stars at The Hundred 2024 - Kia Oval (The Kia Oval)
The Invincibles – who have brought the trophy home in all three editions of the competition, will play five home matches at The Kia Oval before our home hosts ...
Opener Scholfield sets tone as Oval Invincibles open with big win (ESPNcricinfo.com)
Women's Hundred 2024, Invincibles vs Phoenix Match Report: Partnership between Paige Scholfield and Alice Capsey underpins convincing win over Phoenix.
The Hundred 2024 Live: When and where to watch England's 100 ... (India TV)
The fourth edition of the Hundred competition kicks off at the Oval with the men's defending champions Oval Invincibles taking on the Birmingham Phoenix in ...
The Hundred 2024 Live Streaming: When & Where To Watch Cricket ... (Times Now)
The fourth edition of The Hundred is all set to kickstart on July 23 as Oval Invincibles will take on the Birmingham Phoenix at the Oval.
How to watch The Hundred 2024 online or on TV (What's On TV)
Here's how you can watch The Hundred 2024 online, with some games streaming absolutely free in the UK on BBC iPlayer, ready for when it starts on Tuesday, ...
The Hundred Women's 2024: Paige Scholfield Inspires Oval ... (ABP Live)
The Hundred Women's 2024: Oval Invincibles Women make a dominant start to their tournament by registering a 45-run victory over Birmingham Phoenix Women.
Paige Scholfield gets Oval Invincibles off to winning start in Hundred (The Guardian)
Paige Scholfield's 71 helped Oval Invincibles to a 45-run win over Birmingham Phoenix as the new Hundred season starts.
The Hundred: Defending champions Oval Invincibles thrash ... (Sky Sports)
Watch every match from The Hundred live on Sky Sports; every womens game and selected mens fixtures to be streamed for free; defending mens champions Oval ...
Mohammad Amir's in and out exposes flaw in Hundred's tribal ... (ESPNcricinfo.com)
There was barely a quarter of an hour between Mohammad Amir's first ball for Oval Invincibles for the season and his last. Amir signed as a short-term ...
New season of 100-ball cricket event, The Hundred, launches ... (Fife Today)
Compare the Market mascots Carl and Aleksandr appeared outside what looks remarkably like 10 Downing Street to mark the start of 'The Hundred'.
IPL franchises eye controlling stakes in Hundred teams (ESPNcricinfo.com)
An integral part of ECB's privatisation of the Hundred involves the eight teams being run as a joint venture.
The Hundred expansion represents a danger to English cricket (iNews)
Once you let private investors in, there is no going back. And the problem with venture capitalists is they will not have the game's best interests at heart.
Fireworks, live music and a packed Oval as The Hundred looks to ... (Telegraph.co.uk)
Fate of the competition could be determined in the coming weeks as major American investment is sought after.
MissFaithee to perform at Sophia Gardens as The Hundred returns ... (It's On Cardiff)
The Hundred's 2024 music line-up, which has been co-curated with BBC Music Introducing, will once again bring unforgettable music performances to each ...
Understanding The Hundred Cricket League - It's On Cardiff (It's On Cardiff)
Understanding The Hundred: A Fresh Take on Cricket for Cardiff and South Wales Cricket fans in Cardiff and across South Wales are in for a treat with The ...
Lauren Filer excited by chance of Hundred glory with Manchester ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)
England bowler Lauren Filer is excited to sample life with Manchester Originals and has backed more breakout stars to emerge during The Hundred.
KP Snacks team up with Lauren Hemp and The Hundred to win over ... (South West Londoner)
European Championship winner Hemp played cricket at junior level for Norfolk Women and still has a real love for the sport, meeting with a group of local ...
Lauren Filer excited by chance of Hundred glory with Manchester ... (The Independent)
England bowler Lauren Filer is excited to sample life with Manchester Originals and has backed more breakout stars to emerge during The Hundred.
The Hundred could be expanded after 'really good, positive ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)
The ECB are in dialogue with IPL owners and other potential investors about buying a stake in The Hundred teams.
Beth Mooney: 'It's not equal billing, because the men get paid more' (ESPNcricinfo.com)
Australia batter looks forward to Hundred return, but believes more boundaries need to be pushed.
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