Steve Smith and Rashid Khan secured The Hundred deals, while England’s Ben Stokes has opted out to manage his workload.
The tournament has also seen the signing the major signings of Trent Boult, Marcus Stoinis, Meg Lanning and Laura Wolvaardt.
While both players are set to add firepower to their respective teams, England’s test captain Ben Stokes has decided to opt out of the tournament to manage his international workload.
Steve Smith will feature for Welsh Fire, marking a significant addition to their squad as they look to make a strong impact in the 2025 edition.
Rashid Khan has been roped in by defending champions Oval Invincibles, strengthening their already formidable lineup as they aim for a historic three-peat.
The Afghan superstar has been one of the most sought after T20 players worldwide, known for his lethal leg-spin and explosive lower-order batting.
“I’m delighted to be joining Welsh Fire later this summer. I was due to be involved with The Hundred at the beginning of the competition so it’s great to finally be able to make it to Wales,” Smith said.
Trent Boult has secured a contract, joining Birmingham Phoenix, further boosting their pace attack. The men’s competition saw several other high-profile signings, with Marcus Stoinis heading to Trent Rockets and Kane Williamson joined London Spirit.
Meanwhile in The Hundred’s women’s competition also saw major signings, with Australian legend Meg Lanning set to wear the Oval Invincibles.
South African batting powerhouses and skipper Laura Wolvaardt will be turning out for Southern Brave women.
Amelia Kerr has been joining by Manchester Originals Women, ensuring the tournament is packed with top-tier international talent.
The Hundred league continues to attract stars after the privatisation of the competition. Ben Stokes‘ absence is notable, especially considering his leadership role in English Cricket.
The all-rounder who has battled injuries in recent years, has opted out to focus on national commitments and ensure he remains fit for major international fixtures.
