In a historic development for the global cricket scene, RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group (RPSG) has officially ushered in a new era for cricket in North West England. on thursday, Dr. Sanjeev GoenkaChairman of RPSG Group unveiled it manchester super giants As the new identity of the franchise previously known as Manchester Originals.
representing manchester in HundredThe team will continue to call the prestigious Emirates Old Trafford this is home. The rebranding follows the acquisition of a 70% stake in the team by RPSG Group, a strategic move that integrates the Manchester franchise into the global “Super Giants” ecosystem that already includes Lucknow Super Giants (IPL) And Durban Super Giants (SA20).
A powerhouse coaching setup and leadership at the Manchester Super Giants
To ensure a high-performance culture from the very beginning, the franchise has assembled a “Who’s Who” of world-class coaching talents. tom moody has been appointed as Global Director of CricketOverseeing the strategic direction of all RPSG-owned teams. Moody’s vast experience, which also includes leading the Oval Invincibles to a hat-trick of titles in The Hundred, makes him a key architect for the team’s future.
In a major blow for the men’s team, the great Australian celebrity justin langer Took over the reins as head coach. Langer will replace Langer, who is currently at the helm of Lucknow Super Giants. Simon Katich And brings a proven “winning mentality” to the team. appointment in women’s category Matthew Mott Equally important is being a head coach. Mott, who transformed the Australian women’s team into a global giant and most recently served as England’s white-ball coach, succeeds Michael Klinger. Together, these appointments signal a clear intention to dominate both the men’s and women’s competitions.
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Dr. Sanjiv Goenka announces the club’s initial signings
The first list of signings for the Manchester Super Giants looks like a world-class fantasy roster. Goenka confirmed that the men’s team will be captained by England’s white-ball captain jos buttler And the explosive South African batsman heinrich classen. Their power-hitting will be complemented by a formidable spin pair: Afghanistan’s rising star Noor Ahmed And experienced English all-rounder Liam Dawson.
The women’s team is equally loaded with talent, featuring three of the most decorated names in modern cricket:
- Meg Lanning: The former Australian captain is known for her prolific run-scoring and tactical brilliance.
- Smriti Mandhana: The Indian batting sensation whose beauty and strength has made her a fan favorite across the world.
- Sophie Ecclestone: The world number one ranked T20I bowler provides the essential local flavor and world-class skills.
Shashwat GoenkaThe RPSG Group Vice President emphasized that the Super Giants brand is more than just a name; It’s a sentiment that resonates with Manchester’s passionate sporting culture. As the 2026 season approaches, fans are eagerly waiting for January 27, when the fixture list and season tickets will be released, followed by the much-awaited player auction in March.
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