Cricket News
BBL set to have $1.375m marquee player pool to fight off rival T20 leagues
Cricket Australia (CA) is set to introduce a marquee player pool of $1.375m for the Big Bash League (BBL). Each franchise can use this for four players, across domestic...
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IPL matches in Australia? Talks begin on landmark proposal
There is a chance that Australia will host Indian Premier League (IPL) matches in the future, with the proposal currently being discussed among the...
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Which teams will play in the BBL season opener at Chennai?
Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers will contest the historic BBL 2026/27 season opener at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The fixture is pending...
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Australia players have been offered more than $1 million to play SA20 – Paul Marsh
Cricket Australia's fight against competing T20 leagues has been laid bare with players boss Paul Marsh confirming that some Australia players have been offered...
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ACA Halts Cricket Australia’s Big Bash Privatisation Plans
Cricket Australia’s ambitious move to introduce private ownership into the Big Bash League has hit a roadblock. The Australian Cricketers' Association has officially declined...
BBL
BBL privatisation news: Melbourne Stars and Melbourne Renegades to merge into one Melbourne franchise
The two Melbourne-based franchises in the league - Melbourne Stars and Melbourne Renegades - are set to merge together as one Melbourne-based franchise from...
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No more draft – Will there be an IPL-like player auction in the BBL?
The Big Bash League (BBL) international draft could be a thing of the past. According to reports, domestic BBL players have been left frustrated...
Australia
“Made up” – Pat Cummins says he is not considering NOC for 2028 SA20
Australia Test and ODI captain Pat Cummins says the report that he is considering a no-objection certificate (NOC) to play in the SA20 is...
Australia
Top Australian players warn CA: Fix the BBL pay or we’re off to SA20 – Report
Some of Australia's best players are considering jumping ship to the SA20 if salaries in the Big Bash League (BBL) don't improve.
According to a...
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Australia cricket contract crisis – Players reportedly unhappy with national contracts & BBL salaries
Cricket Australia (CA) finds itself in a difficult predicament with players reportedly unhappy with what is being offered financially.
Last month, CA announced its list...
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Cricket Australia considering playing first BBL match in India – report
Cricket Australia (CA) is considering playing the first match of the 2026/27 Big Bash League (BBL) in India. That is according to SEN Cricket's...