Australia's Tim David once again appeared to question Usman Tariq's bowling action after his dismissal in The Hundred, reviving debate over the spinner's action.

WATCH | Tim David reacts after controversial dismissal against Usman Tariq

The Hundred, England’s premier short-form cricket format, has been in the news for multiple reasons recently; however, the headlines belonged to Jude Bellingham, who now owns a stake in the franchise.

Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham buys stake in The Hundred franchise Birmingham Phoenix, says 'grateful for the city'

The doubts originated on the basis of ban on Pakistan players in IPL and a shadow boycott by IPL franachise-owned teams in other leagues around the world. Well, the moment of reckoning is here with Hundred men's auction set to take place on Thursday (Mar 12).

'I haven't heard...': Hundred coaches on IPL-linked franchises buying Pak players in men's auction

Pakistan players in the Hundred auction are: Haris Rauf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Usman Tariq, Saim Ayub, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Amir, Zaman Khan, Usama Mir, Imad Wasim, Akif Javed and Salman Mirza.

The Hundred: Meet Pakistan players in auction amid uncertainty over being picked by IPL-linked teams

A total of 67 Pakistan players - 63 men and four women - have submitted themselves for the auction across March 11-12 in London, including Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah.

'Players must not be excluded': ECB clears stand, ensures no place for discrimination in The Hundred

A total of 67 Pakistan players have registered for the Hundred auction on March 11 & 12 and it remains to be seen if they picked by any of the four IPL-linked franchise: MI London, Lucknow Super Giants (Manchester Super Giants), Sunrisers Leeds and Delhi Capitals (Southern Brave).

'Obviously discriminating': Ex-England & CSK player Moeen Ali on Pak players facing shadow ban by IPL-linked teams in Hundred

From the Indian Premier League (IPL) to Major League Cricket (MLC), here's a look at the top ten richest cricket leagues in the world. Also, check where the Big Bash League (BBL) stands on the list.

Top 10 richest cricket leagues in world, check where BBL stands

While not many Pakistan players have aprticipated in the Hundred (England based tournament), there have been a few names involved including Shaheen Afridi, Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf in previous season along with Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim in lasy season before the new owners came in.

'Unwritten rule in T20 leagues': No Pakistan player to be picked in IPL-linked Hundred teams - Report

Mandhana has joined the Super Giants through a direct signing, brings valuable experience and class to the team and boosting their batting strength at the top.

Manchester Super Giants sign Smriti Mandhana for The Hundred

From Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, to Cheteshwar Pujara, star Indian cricketers have announced their international retirements.

Retired Indian cricketer eyes maiden stint with England’s ‘The Hundred’ – Report

 In an announcement made on Tuesday (July 15), Manchester Originals acquired James Anderson’s services as part of the two-member draft pick, having gone undrafted during the main drafts.

The Hundred: James Anderson roped in by Manchester Originals in 'lucky' wildcard pick

Sports, Cricket: Despite the presence of 45 male and five female cricketers in the draft pool, none found takers, raising speculation over the reasons behind this exclusion

All 50 Pakistan cricketers overlooked in The Hundred Draft – Here's why

December 2022 was rough for two cricketers – former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff and India keeper-batter Rishabh Pant, as both suffered multiple and severe injuries in respective road crashes.

‘I am struggling with my anxiety, I have nightmares, flashbacks’ – Flintoff recalls horrific road crash

Ahead of their upcoming home series, England has dealt with a huge blow as Test captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out for the remainder of the English summer after tearing his hamstring.

ENG vs SL: Big blow! England captain Ben Stokes ruled out of remaining English summer after hamstring tear

Former England bowler James Anderson has said that he might play in the domestic The Hundred tournament after his recent retirement from Test cricket. The former pacer, however, still is in disbelief over quitting Test cricket after playing a record 188 matches for England.

'Still feel I could...,' England's James Anderson mulls playing franchise cricket post recent Test retirement

England Test captain and star all-rounder Ben Stokes hurt his left hamstring while completing a run during a game in The Hundred on Sunday (Aug 11), raising doubts over his participation in the first Test against Sri Lanka, starting August 21.

Ben Stokes hurt left hamstring during The Hundred, doubtful for first Test against Sri Lanka

Former West Indies captain and T20 great Kieron Pollard smashed Rashid Khan for five straight sixes in an over in The Hundred. Retiring from international cricket two years ago, Pollard took on Rashid, who is at the peak of his prowess, whacking him for five biggies and helping his team, Southern Brave, to a thrilling two-wicket win over Trent Rockets in Southampton.

Kieron Pollard smashes world’s best T20 bowler Rashid Khan for FIVE SIXES in one over, creates record – WATCH

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a tough call to deny NOCs to top stars, including Naseem Shah, from participating in the upcoming edition of The Hundred in the UK.

PCB prioritises international calendar as board rejects NOC to top stars for franchise-based leagues

Mark Nicholas, the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) president, has confirmed that five Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises have shown 'soft' interest in buying a stake in The Hundred.

IPL team in England's The Hundred? MCC president Mark Nicholas confirms 'soft interest'

Recently retired England seamer Stuart Broad has admitted to being a fan of Pakistan pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi. Broad, who announced his decision to step aside from cricket during the fifth Ashes Test against Australia at the Oval in London, said he relishes watching Afridi bowl, adding he loves how Shaheen executes those searing in-swingers to right-handers.

Retired Stuart Broad admits being Shaheen Afridi's 'fan', says his bowling is pleasure to watch

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar blasted Marcus Stoinis after the Australian all-rounder accused Pakistan pacer Mohammad Hasnain of chucking in the ongoing The Hundred tournament.

'Shameful': Shoaib Akhtar blasts Marcus Stoinis after Aussie all-rounder accuses Pakistan pacer of chucking

Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues are the only two Indian players who have been retained by the respective franchises for the upcoming edition of the Hundred.

The Hundred: Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues only Indians retained, Harmanpreet Kaur released

Southern Brave won the inaugural Hundred competition on Saturday, comfortably beating Birmingham Phoenix in the men's final at a packed Lord's after Oval Invincibles won the women's crown.

The Hundred: Southern Brave win men's title; Oval Invincibles clinch women's crown

Afghanistan cricketer Rashid Khan was spotted with the country's flag painted on his face during a match of the inaugural edition of The Hundred. The spinner, who is currently in England, recently expressed his concerns over the safety of his family back home amid political chaos in Afghanistan.

The Hundred: Rashid Khan's pictures with Afghanistan's flag painted on his face go viral

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