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Australia's Big Bash T20 Teams Face Sale to Private Investors
CA says privatisation could inject hundreds of millions of dollars into grassroots cricket and players’ pay as states warn over taxes and forecasts.
- On Tuesday, Cricket Australia confirmed it will privatise the Big Bash League, proceeding with a plan nine months in the making following a board meeting on Monday night.
- Despite objections from NSW and Queensland, CA pushed forward, arguing that delaying risks the $1.5 billion broadcast rights arrangement finishing in 2031 and allowing South Africa's T20 league to gain ground.
- Securing player approval remains critical, as the Australian Cricketers' Association led by Paul Marsh demands increasing the player revenue share to 33 per cent. Without player backing, privatisation cannot proceed.
- Perth Scorchers will be floated on the open market to fund WACA Ground redevelopment, while Melbourne Stars and Renegades will look vastly different by the 2027/28 season following restructuring.
- State divisions persist, with Victoria and Tasmania backing the self-determination framework while South Australia sits on the fence. Personality clashes between officials have intensified in recent months, complicating CA's path forward.
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·Noida, India
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