Manchester Super Giants
The Hundred 2026 · Emirates Old Trafford
2026 men's champions in their debut season. IPL investment from Lucknow Super Giants' owners, an iconic Old Trafford home — Manchester Super Giants delivered the title their talent always deserved.
The Manchester Super Giants Story
Manchester Originals entered The Hundred as one of the competition's marquee franchises — a Manchester-based team, in the north of England's cricket heartland, with access to the iconic Emirates Old Trafford. They delivered two consecutive men's finals (2022 and 2023) while never quite winning the title that the talent in their squad deserved.
The transformation into Manchester Super Giants came when RPSG Group — the Indian conglomerate behind Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL — acquired the franchise ahead of 2026. The rebrand aligns the Manchester team with the Super Giants identity and brings IPL-level investment, infrastructure, and talent networks to Old Trafford. For fans, the Teal remains the colour, the ground remains the same, and the ambition is higher than ever.
Jos Buttler's presence at the franchise has given the Super Giants a world-class captain-figure. In 2026, RPSG Group's investment paid off immediately — Manchester Super Giants beat Trent Rockets in the men's final at Lord's on 16 August, winning the title in their very first season under the new name.
Honours — The Hundred
| Year | Men's | Women's |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Group stage | Group stage |
| 2024 | Group stage | Group stage |
| 2023 | Men's runners-up | Group stage |
| 2022 | Men's runners-up | Group stage |
| 2021 | Group stage | Group stage |
Key Players (2025 season)
Jos Buttler
Wicketkeeper-Batter
England's white-ball captain — one of the cleanest strikers in world cricket
Sam Curran
All-rounder / Pace
IPL record signing; brilliant with bat and ball in T20 death overs
Lockie Ferguson
Pace Bowler
New Zealand's fastest bowler; devastating with the new ball and at the death
Dewald Brevis
Batter
South Africa's emerging T20 star — audacious stroke-play at the top of the order
Matthew Breetzke
Batter
South Africa's composed right-handed opener; consistent at the top
Nat Sciver-Brunt
Women's All-rounder
England Women's all-rounder and one of The Hundred's biggest women's stars
2026 squads subject to The Hundred draft and player availability.
FAQs
Why were Manchester Originals renamed Manchester Super Giants?
Manchester Originals were rebranded as Manchester Super Giants ahead of the 2026 season following the acquisition of the franchise by the RPSG Group — the Indian conglomerate that owns Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL. The ECB's decision to open Hundred franchises to overseas investment brought IPL-level capital to Old Trafford, with RPSG rebranding the team to align with their Super Giants identity. The team retains their home at Emirates Old Trafford.
Have Manchester Super Giants won The Hundred?
Manchester Super Giants won the men's 2026 title in their debut season, beating Trent Rockets in the final at Lord's on 16 August 2026. As Manchester Originals (2021–2025) they reached the men's final twice — in 2022 (losing to Trent Rockets) and 2023 (losing to Oval Invincibles) — without claiming a title. The IPL-era rebrand delivered instant silverware.
Where do Manchester Super Giants play?
Manchester Super Giants play their home matches at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester — one of England's oldest and most prestigious cricket grounds, home to Lancashire County Cricket Club. Old Trafford has hosted Test cricket since 1884 and regularly sells out for The Hundred. The ground's famous atmosphere and passionate Manchester crowd make it one of the most electric home venues in the competition.
Who are Manchester Super Giants' key players?
Jos Buttler has been central to the franchise's batting success — his finishing ability and power-hitting make him one of The Hundred's most dangerous players. Sam Curran's all-round skills (powerful lower-order batting and death-over bowling) have been a fixture at Old Trafford. Lockie Ferguson brings raw New Zealand pace, while Dewald Brevis has emerged as one of T20 cricket's most exciting young batters. The 2026 draft will shape the Super Giants' final squad.
Quick Facts
- Previously known as
- Manchester Originals
- Home ground
- Emirates Old Trafford
- Men's titles
- 1 (2026 champions)
- Women's titles
- 0
- Ownership
- RPSG Group
- County partner
- Lancashire CCC
Home Ground
Emirates Old Trafford
Old Trafford, Manchester M16
Home to Lancashire CCC since 1864, Old Trafford has hosted Test cricket since 1884. One of England's great cricket grounds, it regularly sells out for The Hundred and delivers some of the competition's best atmospheres in the north of England.