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Cricket Australia Eyes BBL Opener in India Amid Franchise Expansion Talks | Sports-Games
Cricket Australia aims to boost the Big Bash League’s presence in India by assessing logistics and investor interest for hosting matches in Chennai, targeting franchise sales.
- Last week, Cricket Australia sent BBL executives Phil Rigby and Margot Harley to Chennai to inspect the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium as they consider staging Big Bash League matches in India.
- To expand commercial reach, CA is targeting India to grow the BBL's footprint ahead of a potential sale of at least two of its eight franchises, officials say.
- During the visit, CA's team reviewed ticketing, security and production arrangements, and TNCA confirmed talks included one BBL game per season after a positive recce of M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
- Approval from broadcasters and the BCCI would be needed, and the BCCI has told the TNCA to `slow-walk` discussions due to concerns over the IPL's 2027 rights cycle, current male Indian players, and Indian player eligibility rules.
- If approved, the plan would mark a first for an overseas league hosting matches in India, with Perth Scorchers—six-time BBL champions—and retired Indian players like R. Ashwin exemplifying new pathways.
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Cricket Australia is considering hosting a Big Bash League match in India next season, with Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium as a potential venue. This move aims to strengthen ties with the Indian market, but requires approval from the BCCI and other stakeholders.
Cricket Australia Eyes BBL Opener in India Amid Franchise Expansion Talks | Sports-Games
Cricket Australia plans to launch the next Big Bash League opener in India, integrating with the Indian market ahead of anticipated franchise sales. Senior officials have scouted potential venues, coinciding with India's T20 World Cup. Perth Scorchers' victory this season spotlights league dynamism.
Cricket Australia plan to host one BBL game in India, TNCA confirms discussions
Cricket Australia is exploring the possibility of staging a Big Bash League match in India next season as part of a broader strategy to tap into the country’s vast and lucrative cricket market, according to a report by Sen Cricket.
Cricket Australia planning to host one BBL match in India, Chennai to be likely venue: Report
Cricket Australia (CA) is reportedly exploring the possibility of staging a Big Bash League (BBL) match in India next season as part of a strategic push to tap into India's lucrative cricket market. According to a report by Sen Cricket, the move aligns with CA’s broader plan to strengthen the BBL’s commercial footprint in India ahead of a potential sale of at least two of its eight franchises. As per the report, CA’s Head of Business Operations …
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