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ECB insists Pakistan players won't be excluded from The Hundred

The England and Wales Cricket Board, alongside all eight Hundred franchises, has jointly insisted the competition remains inclusive following reports of potential discrimination against Pakistan players.

The ECB sent an email warning teams against discrimination after the BBC reported that franchises like Manchester Super Giants and MI London might freeze out Pakistan cricketers at the March auction.

The joint statement clarifies that the tournament is open to all, rejecting claims that Indian-owned teams would bar Pakistani talent.