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Southern Brave has confirmed Sophie Molineux and Chris Jordan as its captains for The Hundred, with two of world cricket\u2019s most respected leaders set to guide the ladies\u2019s and men\u2019s teams into the brand new season.<\/strong><\/p>\n Australia captain Molineux will now lead the Southern Brave women\u2019s side, bringing a wealth of international experience and leadership credentials to the role.<\/p>\n One among the sport\u2019s most achieved all-rounders, Molineux has played a key role in Australia\u2019s sustained success on the worldwide stage and has led her country across formats, including the recent T20 World Cup win against England.\u00a0<\/p>\n Jordan takes charge of the Southern Brave men\u2019s team as a proven match winner in white-ball cricket and one among the domestic game\u2019s most decorated limited-overs players.<\/p>\n For exclusive stories and all of the detailed\u00a0cricket\u00a0news\u00a0you would like,\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>subscribe to The Cricket Paper<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0website,<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0digital edition, or\u00a0newspaper<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0from as little as 14p a day<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n FOLLOW OUR LIVE SCORES CENTRE<\/em><\/p>\n Jordan has been a cornerstone of Southern Brave for the reason that competition\u2019s inception and is widely thought to be one among the sport\u2019s most influential leaders, each on and off the sector.<\/p>\n The appointments come as Southern Brave prepares for a brand new chapter under its refreshed coaching structure, ahead of one other highly anticipated campaign on the Utilita Bowl.\u00a0<\/p>\n Molineux\u2019s leadership pedigree is among the many strongest in world cricket. As Australia\u2019s captain across all three formats, she has helped drive the standards and consistency which have made the national side the dominant force within the international game.<\/p>\n Speaking about her appointment, Molineux said:\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cIt\u2019s an enormous honour to captain Southern Brave. <\/p>\n \u201cThis competition continues to showcase a few of the perfect players on the earth and I\u2019m incredibly excited in regards to the group we\u2019ve assembled.<\/p>\n \u201cThere\u2019s an excellent mix of experience and emerging talent within the squad, and I can\u2019t wait to start with the team and our supporters this summer.\u201d<\/p>\n Jordan\u2019s reference to Southern Brave is deeply embedded within the team\u2019s identity. <\/p>\n Because the inaugural season of The Hundred, he has been central to the boys\u2019s side\u2019s success through his world-class death bowling, energy in the sector and leadership qualities.<\/p>\n Speaking about becoming men\u2019s captain, Jordan said:\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cSouthern Brave has been my home in The Hundred from day one, so to be asked to captain the team is something I\u2019m hugely pleased with.<\/p>\n \u201cNow we have a talented squad, a incredible coaching group and a few of the perfect supporters within the competition. <\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m looking forward to leading the team and giving every thing to assist bring success to Southern Brave this season.\u201d<\/p>\n Jonathan Batty, Southern Brave women\u2019s head coach, said:\u00a0\u201cSophie is strictly the type of leader you would like at the center of your team. <\/p>\n \u201cShe leads through her actions, her competitiveness and the standards she sets daily.<\/p>\n \u201cHaving captained Australia and experienced success at the very best level of the sport, she brings invaluable knowledge and composure to our group.\u201d<\/p>\n Hemang Badani, Southern Brave men\u2019s head coach added:\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cChris\u2019 influence extends far beyond his performances on the sector. <\/p>\n \u201cHe’s someone who commands respect through his professionalism, work ethic and commitment to the team, and people qualities make him a natural leader.<\/p>\n \u201cHe understands what it means to represent Southern Brave, having been a part of the journey for the reason that very starting. <\/p>\n \u201cChris knows the right way to get the perfect out of individuals, thrives under pressure and brings an infectious energy to each environment he is an element of. <\/p>\n \u201cWe’re delighted to have him as captain and sit up for seeing him lead this talented squad throughout the season.\u201d<\/p>\n Southern Brave begin their 2026 campaign later this month against Welsh Fire on July 22, with each teams trying to construct on the franchise\u2019s strong record in The Hundred.<\/p>\n READ MORE:<\/em><\/strong> Southern Brave confirm latest coaching appointments for 2026 season<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Southern Brave has confirmed Sophie Molineux and Chris Jordan as its captains for The Hundred, with two of world cricket\u2019s most respected leaders set to guide the ladies\u2019s and men\u2019s teams into the brand new season. 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