Cricket Australia to explore Big Bash League expansion to 10 teams
Cricket Australia is considering expanding the Big Bash League to 10 teams as part of a new hybrid ownership model. The board is currently testing market interest for selling stakes in existing franchises to private investors.
Why it matters
This move represents a significant shift in the commercial structure of Australian cricket, potentially attracting major international sports investors.
Steve Smith of the Sixers bats during last season’s Big Bash League (BBL). Cricket Australia is exploring a potential expansion of its T20 league. Photograph: Mark Kolbe/AAP Steve Smith of the Sixers bats during last season’s Big Bash League (BBL). Cricket Australia is exploring a potential expansion of its T20 league. Photograph: Mark Kolbe/AAP Big Bash League Cricket Australia to explore Big Bash League expansion to 10 teams Plan under consideration if sale of existing franchises is approved
CA board to meet on Wednesday determined to pursue hybrid model
Prefer the Guardian on Google Cricket Australia is ready to explore a potential expansion of the Big Bash League to 10 teams if controversial plans to sell off some of the existing franchises are approved.
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