'We had a few players in our list': Badani on PAK players at The Hundred auction

Southern Braves' head coach Hemang Badani emphasised sticking to their auction plan, prioritising team balance over external narratives as debate rages over Pakistan players' involvement in The Hundred. While Pakistani players were considered, the franchise secured key overseas and local talent like Adil Rashid and Nikhil Chaudhary, focusing on acquiring the best available skill sets for their squad.