The Women’s Hundred 2026 auction introduced a new phase for the tournament. This year the salary cap for every team increased after the ECB sold stakes in the franchises to private investors. Because of the higher budget, players received bigger contracts than before.
Some of the highest paid players included Dani Gibson, who earned £190,000, while Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine reached the top bracket of £210,000. This season also starts a new three-year contract cycle, meaning teams can review player retentions again after the 2026 and 2027 seasons.
Here is a simple ranking of all eight teams based on their auction performance.
Top Salaries in Women’s Hundred 2026 Auction
| Player | Salary |
|---|---|
| Beth Mooney | £210,000 |
| Sophie Devine | £210,000 |
| Dani Gibson | £190,000 |
Team Rankings from 8 to 1
8. London Spirit
London Spirit spent heavily to build a team with strong all-rounders. They signed Nadine de Klerk and added Grace Harris for £70,000. The squad also includes Deandra Dottin and Marizanne Kapp.
In bowling, Mahika Gaur and Charlie Dean lead the attack. Left-arm spinner Charis Pavely was also added after her impressive performances in domestic cricket.
| Key Players | Role |
|---|---|
| Nadine de Klerk | All-rounder |
| Grace Harris | Batter |
| Marizanne Kapp | All-rounder |
| Mahika Gaur | Bowler |
7. Welsh Fire
Welsh Fire strengthened their lineup around experienced players. Sophie Devine and Em Arlott remain key players for the team.
The batting order includes Australia opener Georgia Voll and England youngster Ella McCaughan. Scotland wicketkeeper Sarah Bryce and spinner Sophia Smale add depth to the squad.
| Key Players | Role |
|---|---|
| Sophie Devine | All-rounder |
| Georgia Voll | Batter |
| Sarah Bryce | Wicketkeeper |
| Sophia Smale | Bowler |
6. Manchester Originals
Manchester Originals secured strong batting options during pre-signings. Smriti Mandhana and Meg Lanning were the headline additions.
They later added Richa Ghosh, Maddie Villiers and Ryana MacDonald-Gay. The batting lineup looks powerful, but bowling depth may still be a challenge.
| Key Players | Role |
|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | Batter |
| Meg Lanning | Batter |
| Richa Ghosh | Wicketkeeper |
| Ryana MacDonald-Gay | All-rounder |
5. Trent Rockets
Trent Rockets focused on building a strong all-round squad. They signed Nat Sciver-Brunt and Ash Gardner before the auction.
Later they added Beth Mooney and Sophia Dunkley to strengthen the batting order. Kim Garth leads the bowling attack with support from Georgia Adams.
| Key Players | Role |
|---|---|
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | All-rounder |
| Ash Gardner | All-rounder |
| Beth Mooney | Batter |
| Kim Garth | Bowler |
4. Sunrisers Leeds
Sunrisers Leeds built a balanced squad with a mix of experience and young talent. Dani Gibson and Jess Jonassen were among their major signings.
They also signed Deepti Sharma and added players like Annabel Sutherland, Phoebe Litchfield and Lauren Winfield-Hill.
| Key Players | Role |
|---|---|
| Dani Gibson | All-rounder |
| Jess Jonassen | All-rounder |
| Deepti Sharma | All-rounder |
| Phoebe Litchfield | Batter |
3. MI London
MI London assembled a squad with several big international names. The top order could feature Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Hayley Matthews and Amelia Kerr.
They also signed young wicketkeeper Kira Chathli for £80,000 after her impressive performances last season. Their bowling attack includes Alexa Stonehouse and Tara Norris.
| Key Players | Role |
|---|---|
| Hayley Matthews | All-rounder |
| Amelia Kerr | All-rounder |
| Danni Wyatt-Hodge | Batter |
| Kira Chathli | Wicketkeeper |
2. Southern Brave
Southern Brave built a strong squad with a deep spin attack. They signed Tilly Corteen-Coleman for £105,000 and added Australia captain Sophie Molineux.
England spinner Sarah Glenn strengthens the bowling attack alongside pace bowlers Issy Wong and Lauren Bell. Their batting includes Laura Wolvaardt, Lizelle Lee and Maia Bouchier.
| Key Players | Role |
|---|---|
| Sophie Molineux | All-rounder |
| Sarah Glenn | Bowler |
| Laura Wolvaardt | Batter |
| Issy Wong | Bowler |
1. Birmingham Phoenix
Birmingham Phoenix appear to have the strongest squad after the auction. Their bowling attack includes England fast bowler Lauren Filer and Australia youngster Lucy Hamilton.
The team also signed Davina Perrin and Alana King at good prices. Their batting lineup features Tammy Beaumont, Alice Capsey and Elyse Perry.
| Key Players | Role |
|---|---|
| Tammy Beaumont | Batter |
| Elyse Perry | All-rounder |
| Alice Capsey | All-rounder |
| Lauren Filer | Bowler |
The Women’s Hundred 2026 auction saw teams invest heavily in top international players and young domestic talent. Birmingham Phoenix look strongest on paper, while Southern Brave and MI London also have balanced squads.
With bigger budgets and stronger lineups, the upcoming season promises to be one of the most competitive editions of The Hundred so far.
