Aiden Markram has been appointed as the captain of the men’s team of Manchester Super Giants for the upcoming edition of The Hundred, bringing with him a wealth of experience, leadership excellence and an unparalleled winning mentality.

One of the most accomplished leaders in modern cricket, Markram’s appointment marks a significant step forward for the franchise as it aims to challenge for top honours.

Renowned for his sharp cricketing acumen and calm presence under pressure, Markram has demonstrated his ability to deliver results consistently at the highest level.

Over the course of his illustrious career, the batting great has amassed 10,000+ runs across formats, cementing his reputation as one of the finest in men’s cricket.

Aiden Markram played an instrumental role in South Africa’s WTC 2025 Final victory at Lord’s, where he bagged the Player of the Match award thanks to a magnificent 136 in the fourth innings to take his team home and lift their first ICC accolade in 27 years.

Aiden Markram on his appointment

"It is a tremendous honour to captain Manchester Super Giants. I'd like to thank the owners, management and coaching staff for the trust they've placed in me. It's an exciting opportunity to lead a talented squad, and I'm looking forward to building something special together both on and off the field."

"Our goal is to create a team culture built on trust, hard work and selflessness. We want to play an exciting brand of cricket, compete consistently, and develop an environment where every player has the confidence to express themselves. If we focus on the process and continue improving every day, the results will follow."

Head Coach Justin Langer on Markram's appointment

Justin Langer, Head Coach, Manchester Super Giants, said:

"Aiden Markram is one of the most respected players in the international game. Having an international captain leading Manchester Super Giants is a privilege for all of us and I am excited about supporting him as our captain "