Week in Review: CPL broadcast deals, BBL privatization, and big builds

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This week spotlights the Caribbean’s broadcast expansion, Cricket Australia’s push to elevate the BBL, and major infrastructure, integrity, and governance moves across global cricket. Expect strategic brand plays, media innovation, and sharper financial realities shaping the game.

CPL and WCPL 2025 broadcast partners revealed
The Caribbean Premier League and Women’s CPL unveiled an expanded slate of global broadcast partners for 2025 to boost reach and fan access.
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Building a cricket carnival: CPL’s Caribbean-first model
In an exclusive guest post, CEO Pete Russell outlines how CPL embedded local culture, tourism, and community to build a sustainable, globally resonant event.
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Cricket Australia open to BBL privatization to rival IPL
CA is considering minority franchise sales to inject capital, raise the salary cap, and position the BBL as the No. 2 T20 league.
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IPL 2026 trading window opens: how and why teams deal
The 2026 trading window is live, with franchises using swaps and cash-plus-player deals to fine-tune rosters and salary strategies.
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Jay Shah: India hosting 2025 Women’s World Cup is defining
ICC Chair Jay Shah calls the 2025 event a catalyst for investment, participation, and commercial momentum in women’s cricket.
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Willow TV partners with Swift to offer free streaming in North America
A new partnership will deliver select free cricket streams in the USA and Canada, widening the sport’s accessibility.
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Sanjiv Goenka eyes Super Giants rebrand for Manchester Originals
The prospective rebrand would align The Hundred side with Goenka’s global Super Giants network for stronger cross-market synergy.
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Bengaluru to build $190m, 80,000-seat stadium after tragedy
Authorities plan a new, larger venue following the Chinnaswamy incident, signaling a long-term push on safety and capacity.
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CA chief warns Test nations risk bankruptcy without reform
Todd Greenberg urges urgent changes to funding and scheduling to keep smaller boards solvent and Test cricket competitive.
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Suresh Raina questioned in illegal betting app probe
Law enforcement questioned the former India batter over links to an alleged betting app network connected to the 1xBet scandal.
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Ex-Pakistan bowler alleges ball tampering by Siraj and Prasidh during India series
A former Pakistan pacer accused the India duo of tampering during the Oval Test, intensifying post-series scrutiny.
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Alex Marshall to lead BCB anti-corruption overhaul
Bangladesh Cricket Board hires the ex-ICC integrity chief; Tony Hemming takes on a revamped turf and facilities role.
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ECB blocks Tymal Mills from OnlyFans promotion in The Hundred
Citing family-friendly policy, the ECB vetoed the endorsement, underscoring tighter brand controls for the competition.
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Clive Lloyd and WI legends demand fairer ICC revenue share
West Indies greats push back on ICC plans, arguing for a more equitable model to protect smaller cricket economies.
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Live Louder Productions launches to elevate Caribbean coverage
A new media venture led by CPL CEO Pete Russell aims to modernize production and storytelling across Caribbean and global cricket broadcasts.
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