Mo Bobat is the new London Spirit director of Cricket with the Lord’s-based team set to stick with Spirit name.
Mo Bobat named London Spirit director of cricket.
The Silicon Valley syndicate known as the “Tech Titans” purchased a 49% ownership in the Lord’s-based Hundred franchise, which will remain known as London Spirit. Mo Bobat, a former England performance director, has been named the new director of cricket.
Prior to the 2026 season, MCC is anticipated to reveal new team branding, which may include the club’s iconic egg-and-bacon colours. The club has been in talks with its new equity partner for a while. However, as part of an identity that embodies “the capital’s energy, diversity, and cricketing heritage,” they have chosen to retain the name.
After the ECB approved six of the eight equity sale deals last month, Bobat’s appointment is the first big step taken by any of the Hundred teams. Bobat, who will continue to serve as director of cricket for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL, will begin working with Spirit in October.
“It’s an honour to join London Spirit at such an exciting time,” Bobat said. “The opportunity to shape the cricketing future of this franchise, working with MCC and our new partners, the Tech Titans, is incredibly exciting. I’m looking forward to building something special – on and off the field.”
London Spirit chairman, Julian Metherell, said: “Today marks a significant moment for London Spirit. Mo Bobat brings unmatched expertise and vision to the role of Director of Cricket, and we’re thrilled to welcome him. At the same time, retaining the London Spirit name reflects our belief in the identity that’s been built – one that resonates with the capital, our fans, and our values. We now look ahead to a new era, with fresh energy and clear purpose.”