The finals series will undergo some adjustments, transitioning from five qualifying teams to four, and adopting a yet-to-be-determined four-match system.
Cricket Australia has reached an agreement with broadcasters to reduce the number of matches in the upcoming Big Bash League season.
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As a result, the tournament will consist of ten games per side, a reduction from the previous format.
Originally planned to be shortened by 16 games in the 2024-25 season, the adjustment to 40 regular-season games will now be implemented in the upcoming summer.
In addition to the changes in the regular-season format, the finals series will also undergo modifications.
The number of teams qualifying for the finals will be reduced from five to four, and a new four-match finals system is being finalized, although the exact details are yet to be determined.
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The decision to reduce the number of men’s matches in the Big Bash League has addressed a common criticism of the tournament, as it brings the competition back to its prime state of the 2017-18 season.
Although specific dates for this summer are yet to be determined, the shortened format is expected to enable the entire season to be played during the Christmas school holidays.
This adjustment will not only maximize the availability of marquee overseas players for a larger proportion of matches but also provide Australia’s white-ball stars with a greater opportunity to participate in all games.
Cricket Australia (CA) initially expressed its intention to shorten the Big Bash League during the broadcast negotiations of the previous summer, with the changes initially slated for the 2024-25 season.
Both Foxtel and Seven, the broadcasting partners, were amenable to implementing the change sooner.
However, several agreements had to be reached with club sponsors, and adjustments were necessary in terms of venue arrangements.
Nevertheless, the prevailing sentiment among most stakeholders was that a shorter season would enhance the competition, resulting in higher ratings and increased exposure for each match.
“A shortened Big Bash League (BBL) will offer us more flexibility to ensure we can deliver an optimal fixture for both clubs and fans,” remarked BBL General Manager Alistair Dobson.
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He further emphasized that this adjustment will enable players to maintain the high standard of cricket that the tournament has become known for.
As of now, there are no immediate plans to make changes to the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL).
While a shorter tournament may be considered in the future to attract international talent, domestic players currently prefer a 14-game regular season, as it represents the pinnacle of their summer cricketing experience.
Cricket Australia (CA) is adopting a strategy to significantly boost the pay for top-tier international players, offering them $110,000 for the season, in order to attract them to the Big Bash League (BBL).
“It is crucial that we ensure the tournament remains at the forefront of T20 leagues, especially as the global women’s game continues to rapidly progress,” stated Alistair Dobson, BBL General Manager.
Rwanda Women vs Botswana Women, 2nd Match (T20) ▾
Rwanda Women vs Botswana Women, 2nd Match (T20)
10 June 2023
Gahanga International Cricket Stadium, Kigali City
Rwanda Women | ||
Rwanda Women Inning 1 40/11 (11) Rwanda Women Inning 0/0 (0) |
Rwanda Women opt to bat
Botswana vs Rwanda, 3rd Match (T20) ▾
Botswana vs Rwanda, 3rd Match (T20)
10 June 2023
Gymkhana Club Ground, Nairobi
Rwanda | ||
Botswana Inning 1 169/20 (20) Rwanda Inning 1 25/2 (2) |
Rwanda need 145 runs
Botswana vs Uganda, 2nd Match (T20) ▾
Botswana vs Uganda, 2nd Match (T20)
09 June 2023
Gymkhana Club Ground, Nairobi
Uganda | ||
Botswana Inning 1 114/19.5 (19.5) Uganda Inning 1 115/13 (13) |
Uganda won by 6 wkts
Kenya vs Rwanda, 1st Match (T20) ▾
Kenya vs Rwanda, 1st Match (T20)
09 June 2023
Gymkhana Club Ground, Nairobi
Rwanda | ||
Rwanda Inning 1 137/20 (20) Kenya Inning 1 139/18.3 (18.3) |
Kenya won by 3 wkts
Sussex vs Surrey, South Group (T20) ▾
Sussex vs Surrey, South Group (T20)
09 June 2023
County Ground, Hove
Sussex | ||
Surrey Inning 1 258/20 (20) Sussex Inning 1 134/14.5 (14.5) |
Surrey won by 124 runs
Yorkshire vs Worcestershire, North Group (T20) ▾
Yorkshire vs Worcestershire, North Group (T20)
09 June 2023
Headingley, Leeds
Yorkshire | ||
Yorkshire Inning 1 224/20 (20) Worcestershire Inning 1 198/20 (20) |
Yorkshire won by 26 runs
Derbyshire vs Nottinghamshire, North Group (T20) ▾
Derbyshire vs Nottinghamshire, North Group (T20)
09 June 2023
County Ground, Derby
Nottinghamshire | ||
Derbyshire Inning 1 142/20 (20) Nottinghamshire Inning 1 143/18.4 (18.4) |
Nottinghamshire won by 3 wkts
Glamorgan vs Essex, South Group (T20) ▾
Glamorgan vs Essex, South Group (T20)
09 June 2023
Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
Glamorgan | ||
Essex Inning 1 226/20 (20) Glamorgan Inning 1 175/18.3 (18.3) |
Essex won by 51 runs
Gloucestershire vs Somerset, South Group (T20) ▾
Gloucestershire vs Somerset, South Group (T20)
09 June 2023
County Ground, Bristol
Somerset | ||
Somerset Inning 1 231/20 (20) Gloucestershire Inning 1 151/19 (19) |
Somerset won by 80 runs
Warwickshire vs Northamptonshire, North Group (T20) ▾
Warwickshire vs Northamptonshire, North Group (T20)
09 June 2023
Edgbaston, Birmingham
Warwickshire | ||
Warwickshire Inning 1 137/18.5 (18.5) Northamptonshire Inning 1 107/20 (20) |
Warwickshire won by 30 runs
Leicestershire vs Durham, North Group (T20) ▾
Leicestershire vs Durham, North Group (T20)
09 June 2023
Grace Road, Leicester
Leicestershire | ||
Durham Inning 1 172/20 (20) Leicestershire Inning 1 174/17.4 (17.4) |
Leicestershire won by 6 wkts
Kent vs Hampshire, South Group (T20) ▾
Kent vs Hampshire, South Group (T20)
09 June 2023
St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury
Kent | ||
Hampshire Inning 1 177/20 (20) Kent Inning 1 180/19.3 (19.3) |
Kent won by 6 wkts
Namibia vs Karnataka, 4th Match (ODI) ▾
Namibia vs Karnataka, 4th Match (ODI)
09 June 2023
Wanderers Cricket Ground, Windhoek
Namibia | ||
Namibia Inning 1 253/50 (50) Karnataka Inning 1 256/47.1 (47.1) |
Karnataka won by 5 wkts
United Arab Emirates vs West Indies, 3rd ODI (ODI) ▾
United Arab Emirates vs West Indies, 3rd ODI (ODI)
09 June 2023
Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
West Indies | ||
United Arab Emirates Inning 1 184/36.1 (36.1) West Indies Inning 1 185/35.1 (35.1) |
West Indies won by 4 wkts
Ireland vs Bangladesh, 1st ODI (ODI) ▾
Ireland vs Bangladesh, 1st ODI (ODI)
09 May 2023
County Ground, Chelmsford
Ireland | ||
Bangladesh Inning 1 246/50 (50) Ireland Inning 1 65/16.3 (16.3) |
No result (due to rain)
Australia vs India, Final (TEST) ▾
Australia vs India, Final (TEST)
07 June 2023
Kennington Oval, London
India | ||
Australia Inning 1 469/121.3 (121.3) India Inning 1 296/69.4 (69.4) |
Day 3: Stumps - Australia lead by 296 runs
“As a league, we consistently review and explore ways to evolve, adapt, and innovate. In line with that, we will continue to assess the structure of the WBBL season.”
CA recognizes the need to remain competitive in the international market and is actively pursuing measures to maintain the BBL’s prominence and appeal.
They aim to entice the best overseas talent by offering substantial financial incentives, while also keeping a close eye on the evolving landscape of the women’s game to ensure the WBBL remains relevant and progressive.
The Big Bash League (BBL) will introduce an opportunity for clubs to initiate the re-signing process for their off-contract players starting from next week.
This move allows clubs to secure the services of their players before rival teams can make advances, which will be permitted from May 22.
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Additionally, officials have confirmed that clubs will have the ability to trade draft order picks for the first time as part of player-trade agreements.
This introduces a new avenue for clubs to strategically manage their player rosters and potentially make exchanges that can benefit their respective teams.