- August 7, 2025
Just when you thought the cricket fever from IPL 2025 had cooled off, boom — The Hundred is back! And guess what? It’s not just another tournament; it’s practically an IPL reunion party in England. From Manchester to London, stars who lit up the IPL stage earlier this year are now turning up the heat in England’s 100-ball slugfest. So, which IPL franchises are flexing the most muscle in The Hundred arena? And how are their players faring in a format that’s short, snappy, and full of fireworks? Let’s break it down — team by team — and yeah, special shoutout to CSK’s Sam Curran for kicking things off in style!
CSK’s Rough IPL Exit but Firepower in The Hundred
Let’s start with the Chennai Super Kings. For CSK, 2025 felt like a bad dream — bottom feeders on the table, no playoff buzz, and Dhoni chants missing from the big games. But while the IPL was a letdown, their players are quietly making waves in England.
Sam Curran, fresh off a forgettable IPL season, came roaring back for the Oval Invincibles. In the tournament opener, he picked up 3 wickets and showed everyone why he’s still a top-tier all-rounder in the short formats. His bowling was sharp, variations on point, and he looked like a man on a mission.
Then there’s Jamie Overton representing London Spirit — another CSK guy finding rhythm with the ball. Rachin Ravindra and Noor Ahmad, who didn’t get much limelight during IPL 2025, are both donning Manchester Originals jerseys and could prove their worth as the season progresses. It’s a nice little reminder that form is temporary, but talent? That stuff travels well.
RCB’s Redemption Arc Continues in England
RCB fans, stand proud — 2025 ended the long, meme-worthy drought and brought home the trophy you’ve been dreaming of for 18 years. And it seems the momentum has carried forward into The Hundred.
Phil Salt, who smashed over 400 runs in IPL 2025, is now donning the Manchester Originals jersey and looks just as lethal. Then you’ve got Jacob Bethell and Liam Livingstone — both part of the victorious RCB squad and now turning up for Birmingham Phoenix. Livingstone, in particular, is always a fan-favorite in English conditions, and with The Hundred’s aggressive format, expect fireworks. This continuation of form speaks volumes. RCB didn’t just win the IPL — they built a squad with depth and adaptability.
Mumbai, Gujarat, and the Usual Heavyweights Spread Wide
If there’s one thing the Mumbai Indians do well, it’s nurturing T20 superstars. While they fell short in IPL 2025 (semis exit to Punjab), they’ve got six — yes, SIX — players in The Hundred. From Trent Boult for Birmingham Phoenix to Jonny Bairstow with Welsh Fire, it’s like MI just exported half their playing XI. Will Jacks (Oval Invincibles), Reece Topley (Southern Brave), Richard Gleeson (London Spirit), and Mitchell Santner (Northern Superchargers) round out this power-packed lineup.
Gujarat Titans, captained by Shubman Gill, weren’t that far behind, either. Rashid Khan — who took three in the opener — is a world-class player, regardless of format. Jos Buttler, another GT player, will be very important for Manchester Originals.
If we look at Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and others, they don’t have much of a presence, but with big-impact players, like Marcus Stoinis, Lockie Ferguson, and Donovan Ferreira, they are not out of this just yet!
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