Cricket’s media rights market is tightening while governance gridlock continues to stall major structural reforms like BBL privatisation. Meanwhile, new leagues and franchise investments across Europe signal the next phase of global expansion.
USA Cricket’s 2019 ACE-MLC agreement shapes current power struggle
The 2019 binding term sheet between USA Cricket, ACE, and Major League Cricket reveals key clauses driving today’s governance tensions and control disputes. Its provisions remain central to ongoing restructuring efforts.
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Inside cricket’s broadcast ‘mothership’ driving global revenues
An in-depth look at cricket’s broadcast ecosystem highlights how media rights, production, and distribution networks underpin the sport’s financial engine. Control of these assets continues to define cricket’s power structure.
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UK rights challenges hit Australia and South Africa tours
Australia and South Africa are struggling to sell England tour broadcast rights amid a softer UK media market, signaling changing economics in a traditionally lucrative territory.
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Rhodes, du Plessis, and Klaasen invest in ETPL Rotterdam team
Jonty Rhodes, Faf du Plessis, and Heinrich Klaasen have joined the ownership group of the ETPL Rotterdam franchise, highlighting growing player-driven investment in new leagues.
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State divide stalls Cricket Australia’s BBL privatisation push
Cricket Australia’s plans to privatise the Big Bash League have hit a deadlock due to disagreements among state associations, delaying a major shift in league ownership structure.
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EU T20 Belgium launches with global stars and India focus
Europe’s new T20 league has unveiled teams, owners, and marquee players while targeting Indian audiences and investors as part of its growth strategy.
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Shapoor Zadran in critical condition as family issues urgent appeal
Former Afghanistan international Shapoor Zadran is hospitalized in critical condition in Delhi, with his family calling for urgent blood donations.
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BBL investment plans remain stalled without consensus
Ongoing disagreements between Cricket Australia and state bodies continue to delay investment decisions in the Big Bash League, reflecting deeper governance challenges.
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Mickey Arthur joins ECB panel for county cricket reforms
Mickey Arthur has been appointed to an ECB advisory panel as England looks to reset its county structure following the Ashes review.
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Cricket Australia partners with CricViz to enhance analytics
A new partnership with CricViz will centralize data and boost high-performance analytics across Australian cricket, reflecting the sport’s increasing reliance on data insights.
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Sri Lanka Cricket faces leadership uncertainty after talks
High-level discussions between government leadership and board officials have created uncertainty around Sri Lanka Cricket’s governance structure.
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WCA pushes for overhaul of player data rights
The World Cricketers’ Association is advancing a new framework for player data ownership through a partnership with Sports Data Labs, aiming to rebalance commercial rights.
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Emergency green corridor rushes Lungi Ngidi to hospital
A coordinated emergency response led by Delhi police ensured Lungi Ngidi received urgent treatment via a green corridor, highlighting rapid-response capabilities.
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David Warner responds to IPL return speculation after PSL exit
David Warner has addressed rumors about a potential IPL return following his PSL stint with Karachi Kings, keeping his future options open.
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Gavaskar calls for stricter IPL match time enforcement
Sunil Gavaskar has urged the BCCI to enforce tighter match timelines as prolonged IPL games raise concerns over scheduling and viewer engagement.
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