The Hundred 2026 Auction is heating up! With over 400 stars on the longlist, Jordan Cox—the 2025 MVP—and India’s "Clutch Queen" Deepti Sharma are the names to watch. As team budgets soar and IPL influence grows, all eyes are on London this March 11–12. Will these marquee icons shatter records, or will a new rising star steal the spotlight? The countdown to the draft is on.
The draft era is officially over. As the cricketing world pivots toward London for the first-ever The Hundred 2026 Auction on March 11–12, 2026, the excitement is reaching a fever pitch. With franchises now backed by significant private investment and a massive 45% increase in the men's salary cap, the stakes have never been higher.
Two names are currently dominating every boardroom conversation: the explosive Jordan Cox and India's spin-bowling sensation Deepti Sharma.
Jordan Cox isn't just a name on the longlist; he is the man who redefined "power-hitting" in 2025. Last season, Cox etched his name into history by smashing 86 off just 29 balls* at the Kia Oval—the highest individual score in the history of the competition. His ability to clear the ropes at will (equalling the record of 10 sixes in an innings) makes him the most coveted domestic marquee player this year.
Franchises are expected to engage in a fierce bidding war for the 2025 MVP, whose presence behind the stumps and at the top of the order offers a rare "two-in-one" value that every captain dreams of.
On the women's side, Deepti Sharma stands as a giant among the 178 registered female stars. Every fan remembers her nerves-of-steel moment at Lord's in 2024, where she sealed the title for London Spirit with a match-winning six.
Heading into the 2026 auction as one of the 10 elite marquee players, Deepti represents more than just skill; she brings a winning mentality. With the minimum salary for women boosted to £15,000, expect the "Clutch Queen" to break bank records as teams look for a world-class all-rounder who thrives under pressure.
| Player Name | Category | Notable Achievement |
| Jordan Cox | Domestic Marquee | 2025 MVP; Record 86* (29 balls) |
| Deepti Sharma | International Marquee | Hit title-winning 6 for London Spirit |
| Joe Root | Domestic Marquee | England Test Captain & Anchor |
| Haris Rauf | International Marquee | 100mph pace spearhead |
| Davina Perrin | Rising Star | Youngest player in tournament history |
The 2026 auction also marks a major structural shift. With teams like MI London and Sunrisers Leeds now under the umbrella of IPL giants, the selection strategy has evolved. AI-driven data analytics are being used to scout the 400+ names on the longlist, ensuring that every pound of the £2.05 million team budget is spent with surgical precision.
Whether it's the raw power of Jordan Cox or the tactical brilliance of Deepti Sharma, the 2026 auction promises to be a spectacle. The hammer is ready to fall—who are you rooting for?
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