Manchester Originals have officially changed their name to Manchester Super Giants after final approval was completed this week. The rebrand is now fully confirmed, with the new name, branding, and public communication all rolled out, which is why it is trending on social media today.
The confirmation came on Wednesday, January 15, 2026, during the build-up to the next season of The Hundred. The timing caused confusion because earlier reports only showed intent, not completion.
Sanjiv Goenka, the franchise owner, had said in August 2025 that he wanted Manchester to join the global Super Giants brand. However, the process was delayed because of commercial agreements, branding rights, and competition approvals. That process has now ended, making the name change final and official.
The Manchester Super Giants name is now locked in, the new logo and identity have been released, and players, partners, and league platforms have started using the new branding. The group paid £80 million for a 70% stake in the team based at Old Trafford. Sanjiv Goenka also owns the Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL and the Durban Super Giants in SA20.
Manchester Originals Officially Rebranded as Manchester Super Giants, Set to Field Star-Studded Squads in The Hundred
Manchester Super Giants will start the next season with a very strong squad in The Hundred across both the men’s and women’s teams. The team includes experienced international stars and top performers from modern white-ball cricket.
In the men’s team, Jos Buttler is the main name. He is England’s white-ball captain and has won the World Cup. Heinrich Klaasen has a T20 strike rate above 145 in the 2024–25 period. Noor Ahmad becomes the youngest Afghan bowler to take 50 T20 wickets. Liam Dawson has more than 100 wickets in T20 cricket.
The women’s team is led by some of the most decorated players in the game. Meg Lanning has won seven ICC titles and is a former Australia captain. Smriti Mandhana has been named ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year. Sophie Ecclestone is ranked the world number one T20I bowler as of 2025.
Several of these players also represent other Super Giants teams in different leagues. This supports the owner’s aim of continuity and shared identity across competitions.
Manchester Super Giants are the first team in The Hundred to fully complete a name and brand change since private investment began. Officials have confirmed that the 100-ball format will stay the same.
FAQs
Q. Who is the owner of the Manchester Super Giants?
A. The Manchester Super Giants are owned by Sanjiv Goenka’s RPSG Group.
Q. Who is coaching the Manchester Super Giants in 2026?
A. Tom Moody is in charge as director of cricket. Justin Langer is set to be the head coach, replacing Simon Katich.
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