Sunrisers Leeds
The Hundred 2026 · Headingley, Leeds
2025 women's champions. Sunrisers Hyderabad owners at Headingley. The north of England's Hundred franchise — reimagined in orange and ready to add a men's title to the collection.
The Sunrisers Leeds Story
The Northern Superchargers arrived in The Hundred as Yorkshire's franchise — and for four seasons, they built steadily without making the breakthrough their talent warranted. That changed in 2025 when the women's side produced a dominant campaign, defeating Southern Brave Women by 7 wickets in the final at Lord's. Annabel Sutherland and Kate Cross were central to a title-winning performance that marked the Superchargers' arrival as champions.
The transformation into Sunrisers Leeds came through the acquisition by Sun TV Network — the Indian media conglomerate that also owns Sunrisers Hyderabad. The iconic Sunrisers orange has come to Headingley, bringing IPL-level investment, brand recognition, and connections to India's top T20 infrastructure. Harry Brook's explosive batting at the top of the men's order has made him one of The Hundred's most-watched players.
Headingley is one of England's most atmospheric Test grounds, and the Sunrisers Leeds' passionate northern fanbase gives them a powerful home advantage. With title momentum from the 2025 women's season and new investment in the men's setup, Sunrisers Leeds were women's runners-up in 2026, losing to Trent Rockets in the Finals Day final at Lord's. A second women's title remains the priority.
Honours — The Hundred
| Year | Men's | Women's |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Group stage | 🏆 Women's Champions |
| 2024 | Group stage | Group stage |
| 2023 | Group stage | Group stage |
| 2022 | Group stage | Group stage |
| 2021 | Group stage | Group stage |
Key Players (2025 season)
Harry Brook
Batter
England Test No. 3 — explosive T20 batter with the highest ceiling in English cricket
Adil Rashid
Leg-spin Bowler
England's premier T20 spinner; consistently takes wickets at The Hundred level
Finn Allen
Opening Batter
New Zealand's power-hitter — one of the most destructive openers in the format
David Willey
Pace All-rounder
Yorkshire stalwart with genuine T20 credentials — death specialist and lower-order bat
Annabel Sutherland
Women's All-rounder
Australia's best women's T20 player — match-winner in the 2025 title run
Kate Cross
Women's Pace Bowler
England Women's fast bowler; two wickets in two balls in the 2025 final
2026 squads subject to The Hundred draft and player availability.
FAQs
Why were Northern Superchargers renamed Sunrisers Leeds?
Northern Superchargers were renamed Sunrisers Leeds ahead of The Hundred 2026 season following their acquisition by Sun TV Network — the Indian media group that owns Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL. The Sun TV deal brought the iconic orange Sunrisers brand to Yorkshire, rebranding the team in the distinctive SunRisers colours. Headingley remains their home ground and Yorkshire CCC their county partner.
Have Sunrisers Leeds (Northern Superchargers) won The Hundred?
Yes — the Northern Superchargers/Sunrisers Leeds women's side won the 2025 title, defeating Southern Brave Women by 7 wickets. In 2026 they were women's runners-up, losing to Trent Rockets at Lord's Finals Day. The men's side are yet to win a title.
Where do Sunrisers Leeds play?
Sunrisers Leeds play at Headingley Cricket Ground in Leeds — Yorkshire's iconic home and one of England's most distinctive Test venues. Headingley's Emerald Headingley Stadium is famous for dramatic Test matches and provides an atmospheric northern fortress for the Sunrisers. The ground is easily accessible from Leeds city centre and draws passionate support from Yorkshire's large cricket fanbase.
Who are Sunrisers Leeds' key players?
Annabel Sutherland's all-round brilliance was central to the 2025 women's title — her pace bowling and hard-hitting lower-order batting make her one of The Hundred's finest players. Kate Cross brings World Cup-winning experience to the women's squad. For the men, Harry Brook's explosive batting at the top of the order has made him one of The Hundred's most watched players, while Adil Rashid's leg-spin has been a consistent wicket-taking option.
Quick Facts
- Previously known as
- Northern Superchargers
- Home ground
- Headingley, Leeds
- Men's titles
- 0
- Women's titles
- 1 (2025)
- Ownership
- Sun TV Network
- County partner
- Yorkshire CCC
Home Ground
Headingley Cricket Ground
Headingley, Leeds LS6
Home to Yorkshire CCC and one of England's most atmospheric Test venues — famous for dramatic matches including Botham's Ashes in 1981. The Emerald Headingley Stadium provides a passionate northern fortress for the Sunrisers' home matches.