Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Ajinkya Rahane Joins BBC's The Hundred Commentary
Ajinkya Rahane, a former captain of the Indian Test cricket team, has joined the BBC Sport team to comment on The Hundred, a big cricket tournament in England.
This is the sixth time the tournament is happening, and it started on July 21.
Rahane is the only Indian commentator on the team, which includes other famous cricket players like Mark Wood and Katey Martin.
He is known for leading India to a big win in Australia and for being a great batter in tough conditions.
Rahane is excited to be part of the commentary team and looks forward to the rest of the tournament.
Ajinkya Rahane joins BBC Sport’s commentary team for The Hundred.
He is the only Indian commentator on the panel.
The sixth edition of The Hundred began on July 21.
Defending men’s champions MI London won their opening match.
Defending women’s champions Sunrisers Leeds also won their season opener.
Rahane is known for leading India to a historic Test series win in Australia in 2020-21.
His experience in international cricket makes him a valuable addition to the commentary team.
- Who
- Ajinkya Rahane, former India Test captain
- What
- Joined BBC Sport’s commentary team for The Hundred
- When
- For the 2026 season
- Where
- London
- Why
- To provide an Indian perspective and enhance the broadcast with his cricketing experience
Indian Perspective
International Perspective
Rahane's Role
Indian Perspective
Ajinkya Rahane brings a unique Indian perspective to the commentary panel, enhancing the broadcast with insights from a former Indian Test captain.
International Perspective
The inclusion of Rahane adds diversity to the commentary team, offering a global perspective with his experience in international cricket.
- Tournament
- The Hundred
- Edition
- Sixth
- Start Date
- July 21
- Defending Men's Champions
- MI London (formerly Oval Invincibles)
- Defending Women's Champions
- Sunrisers Leeds (formerly Northern Superchargers)
- Rahane's Role
- Commentator
- Rahane's Career Highlight
- Led India to a historic Test series win in Australia in 2020-21