Oval Invincibles renamed to MI London as Reliance Group finalises Hundred deal
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Oval Invincibles will be called as MI London from Hundred 2026.
In what has been the latest development, the most successful franchise in the Hundred, Oval Invincibles, has been renamed to MI London from the 2026 edition of the league. This comes after Surrey and Reliance Industries Limited finalised their deal in the wake of this year’s equity sale.
This means that the Mumbai Indians (MI) will now have franchises in all the major leagues in the world. Apart from the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Ambani family’s teams include MI Cape Town in the SA20, MI Emirates in the ILT20, MI New York in Major League Cricket, and the Mumbai Indians women’s team in the WPL.
The deal between Surrey and Reliance Industries Limited was the last in the England and Wales Cricket Board’s (ECB) sale of equity stakes in the Hundred. The Ambani family will now hold a 49% stake in Invincibles, having valued the franchise at £123 million – the second most expensive behind the Lord’s-based London Spirit, at £295 million.
We are happy to welcome MI London into the #OneFamily – Akash Ambani
Talking about the deal, Akash Ambani said that this marks a new chapter in their journey. He also highlighted how the winning record of Oval Invincibles augurs well with MI. Speaking in an official statement, he said:
“We are happy to welcome MI London into the #OneFamily, marking a new chapter in our journey of uniting cricket fans, nurturing talent, and growing the game across continents. The Invincible’s winning record and spirit of excellence perfectly embody the MI ethos of passion, resilience, and teamwork.
“Building on our shared passion for cricket, we look forward to collaborating with our partners at Surrey CCC and building on the legacy of The Hundred’s most successful team.”
A total of over £975 million was shelled out in the partnership. Over £500 million will be invested in English and Welsh cricket. This includes a £50 million commitment to grassroots cricket, with the remainder set to be distributed to professional counties.
What is the new name of Oval Invincibles ?
MI London is the new name of Oval Invincibles.
Who is the owner of Mumbai Indians?
Ambani Family is the owner of Mumbai Indians.
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