Aaron Finch and Lauren Winfield to captain Northern Superchargers during The Hundred

The Australia skipper and England batter will have senior roles for the competition scheduled to start in July 2020

Northern Superchargers have confirmed Aaron Finch and Lauren Winfield as the captains of their men's and women's teams during the inaugural Hundred competition.

Australia skipper Finch was the Headingley-based side's first pick during the draft by coach Darren Lehmann.

The 32-year-old has captained the Baggy Green in 30 T20s and 28 one-day internationals.

"I’ve spent many years working alongside Darren and I’m really excited to be heading back to Emerald Headingley as captain of the Northern Superchargers," said Finch.

"I think we have an excellent side with a good mixture of quality English cricketers and some match-winning overseas stars and I’m very confident of our chances when The Hundred kicks off next summer.”

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England contracted player Winfield, meanwhile, led Yorkshire Diamonds in the now-defunct Kia Super League and will now take on an identical leadership role under Danni Hazell.

“Women’s cricket has been going from strength to strength over the last few years and I’m delighted to be a part of the next chapter as captain of the Northern Superchargers," said Winfield, 29.

"The Hundred means new teams, new kit, new team-mates, it’s all very exciting for everyone involved and I can’t wait to get out on the field next year and hopefully help lead the team to success.”

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