Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik has announced that he is now part of Sky Sports’ star-studded commentary team for The Hundred.
The Hundred is a new tournament that will be played in 100-ball format, and is set to start with the women’s game at the Kia Oval on July 21. This is a tournament where both men and women will feature in competition.
“We are so excited to help launch this fantastic new tournament this summer. It’s going to be an incredible standard of cricket played at some of the best grounds in the world and everyone’s invited. Hopefully, the competition will inspire many girls and boys to pick up a bat and ball. We’ve put together an amazing line-up of presenters and commentators; there are a completely fresh graphics look and some exciting new broadcast technology. We very much hope you enjoy the coverage,” Director of Sky Sports Cricket, Bryan Henderson said.
The first match will be played between Oval Invincibles and Manchester Originals. Andrew Flintofff will lead the lineup and he is also one of the presenters.
Flintoff’s former English teammates Kevin Petersen, England fast bowler Stuart Broad, England women cricketer Tommy Beaumont are also part of the lineup.