The Hundred to Allow Fifth Overseas Player for Injury Cover
· Sports · ESPNCricinfo, Sportstar
The Hundred will permit teams to sign a fifth overseas player to provide cover for injuries and international call-ups. This change follows the 2026 season, which saw squads frequently disrupted by player absences. Teams will now have greater flexibility to secure short-term replacements to maintain squad depth throughout the tournament. The decision aims to ensure consistent team availability during the competition.
Why it matters
This rule change provides teams with more stability and depth, reducing the impact of player unavailability on match quality and tournament competitiveness.
Read the original report — ESPNCricinfo
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