A bold, modern 100-ball cricket format designed for speed, clarity, and dramatic finishes.
The Hundred is a 100-ball cricket format created by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB), designed to attract new fans with fast-paced action, simplified rules, and a distinct presentation style.
Each team faces **100 balls**, broken into sets of 5 or 10, with unique strategic twists.
Delivered in sets of **five**. Captains may choose whether a bowler completes 5 or continues for 10.
Each bowler can bowl a maximum of **20 balls**.
Simplifies gameplay and reduces interruptions.
Only two fielders allowed outside the ring. Promotes early attacking.
Optional — allows captains to recalibrate tactics with coaches.
Same rain rules as T20 cricket.
8 men's and 8 women's teams — aligned to major UK cities.
Scoreboard counts **down** from 100. Graphic-heavy broadcasts.
Designed for families and casual sports fans.
Same venues. Same franchises. Parallel primetime coverage.