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The time is right for New Zealand to join the rest of the world with a privately-backed, franchise Twenty20 league. That's the message from Don Mackinnon, the man standing at the front of the group looking to achieve just that. Some 22 years on from cricket introducing the shortest format, T20 has become the vehicle in which the sport is growing around the world. And, as is the case with sports like football and basketball, strong club-based franchise competitions have proven to be the main driver of that. Led by the Indian Premier League, established in 2008, the franchise game has slowly but surely expanded to all corners of the cricket-playing world. First to India, then England, Australia, Pakistan, the West Indies, South Africa and so on. Even non-cricketing strongholds such as the US, Canada and even Nepal have franchise domestic leagues. The only exception to that is New Zealand. Since the inception of T20 cricket, New Zealand has maintained a domestic competition made up of the six major associations – Auckland, Northern Districts, Wellington, Central Districts, Canterbury and Otago – known as the Super Smash. However, the lack of any franchise-style model has left the Super Smash outdated. Instead of operating as NZ Cricket's (NZC) main driver of revenue, the Super Smash instead operates as a breeding ground for local talent, allowing Kiwi players to develop and step into the Black Caps and White Ferns respectively. And while that might be beneficial for New Zealand's national sides, the Super Smash being left off Sky's new cricket broadcast deal from the start of next summer shows the model, as it stands, is broken. But, led by Mackinnon, a consortium that includes former Black Caps captain Stephen Fleming and NZ Cricket Players' Association boss Heath Mills wants to take New Zealand into the franchise world. The proposed “NZ20″ would involve teams created by the major associations being sold to private owners, and establish a league to be played at the height of the Kiwi summer in January, as early as the start of 2027. It would also provide parity to what has been shown to work around the world. While the format is still to be finalised, the NZ20 would theoretically be a Kiwi-based league providing New Zealand's players the opportunity to play a franchise competition at home. As and when a format is decided, and agreed to by NZ Cricket, the major associations and the players' association, the NZ20 would revolutionise the sport in Aotearoa. Speaking to Weekend Sport with Jason Pine, Mackinnon – the chairman of the NZ20 Establishing Committee – explained that while similar attempts to implement a franchise league in New Zealand haven't materialised, the state of the sport in 2025 has changed that equation. “If we go back a decade, I was on the board of NZ Cricket,” he said. “We looked at setting up a franchise league back in 2013-14. “At the time we didn't think it was viable. But as one highly respected figure put to me, there's never been more money in the international game of cricket at the moment. “So many people around the world are excited by it and investing in it, but New Zealand is not part of that. “I just think the time is right to tweak that model and create something in our domestic league that fans are excited by. The money is there, the interest is there. The timing is perfect.” Naturally, with this kind of expansion, falsehoods have materialised. For a start, Mackinnon dismisses any notion the NZ20 is a “rebel league”, as suggested when first reported. Mackinnon concedes “it would be crazy to do this without the support of NZC”. Earlier this year, the NZ20 Establishing Committee presented the concept to NZC. In turn, two members of the NZC board are also part of the Establishing Committee, at a time when the governing body assesses multiple options as to how to revolutionise the shortest format here. Mackinnon also points out that what the NZ20 intends to do isn't new. Cricketing nations across the globe have implemented the same models, where privately-backed franchises co-exist with national boards to allow T20 to operate as the centrepiece of the domestic season. Those models have provided the blueprint for the NZ20 Establishing Committee to take on board. “What we're looking to do here is not novel,” Mackinnon said. “In actual fact, it's done all around the world. “The better question might be ‘why aren't we?' The South African league, for example, has gone from loss-making to extraordinarily successful. The Caribbean league has done exactly the same. “The Caribbean league is probably the model we've mostly looked at as replicating, in part. It's a relatively small economy, a relatively small talent pool. And yet it is reinvigorating the game in the Caribbean. “Will it be here in 30 years' time? I don't know. But the model is certainly doing great things for the game at the moment. There is absolutely no reason why we can't do it here.” What's more, there is also evidence of Mackinnon's suggestion of franchises having stakes controlled by the major associations, while selling ownership to investors. For example, England's “The Hundred” competition initially involved its franchises being co-owned by the English county cricket sides. However, when put to tender earlier in 2025, hundreds of millions of pounds were raised for the counties to use as they saw fit, including investing in the grassroots. The biggest potential worry for the NZ20 – if successful – is the window in which it would operate. If Mackinnon's suggestion of January eventuates, the NZ20 would clash with Australia's Big Bash League, South Africa's SA20 and the UAE's ILT20. The SA20 and ILT20 are both owned by Indian private equity, while the Big Bash League is almost certain to follow a similar path in seeking outside investment. Naturally, then, that would leave the NZ20 competing for talent, be it local or international. For Mackinnon, though, the priority is ensuring the competition is primarily an outlet for New Zealanders. “We're really conscious of that,” he said. “The first thing is we want to make sure our very best players are playing in it. “Heath [Mills] has been talking a lot to the Daryl Mitchells of this world, the Kane Williamsons – our best players. They are incredibly excited about this as a concept. “First and foremost, you're going to have a young kid playing for Otago, bowling to Finn Allen for example. That's got to be good for the game in New Zealand. “There's an awful lot of really good white ball cricketers playing around the world, not all of them can play in South Africa and Australia. “I have no doubt that there would be the opportunity to supplement squads. They would still be very good, exciting players that would put bums on seats.” However, the NZ20 isn't the only option on the table for NZC. The national body is also undertaking a review, led by Deloitte, to determine which direction it should move in. While a similar, privately-backed franchise model is also on the table – separate from the NZ20 – the biggest potential rival would be for the NZC to seek having at least one side join Australia's Big Bash. While that would mean New Zealand and Australia joining forces – as seen with the Warriors in the NRL, the Breakers in the NBL and Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix in the A-League – it would also mean NZC has less influence on how the team could be run. Regardless, Mackinnon, said that while the NZ20 Establishing Committee believes it has the best way forward, it ultimately wants to see what's best for the sport – even if it means NZC moves in another direction. “I'll be the first to applaud NZ Cricket for looking at all of their options, they're doing the right thing,” he said. “If they say that's better for cricket in New Zealand, we will live with that and I will wish that project every success. “It seems to me a competition that's played throughout New Zealand, ideally at holiday venues at the peak of summer, with some of our best players playing, some great international players is better for fans, it's better for players, it's better for our regions, and personally I think it's better for our Black Cap and White Ferns development programmes. “But that's just our opinion. I fully accept that NZ Cricket are looking at all their options – as they should.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Australia vs India - T20I Predictions + Cummins Out & Ashes Big Questions! | Cricket Today Show, Tuesday October 28 The Cricket Today Show preview a MASSIVE T20I series between Australia and India, with Jasprit Bumrah ready to fire, plus debate all the big questions with selection for the Ashes looming! The panel full of banter discusses each side's T20 form, squads and chat about the England bowling form and how Travis Head will perform this summer! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things cricket for the Australia vs India and Australia vs England Ashes series!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia vs India ODI 2025 Series Preview: King Kohli Returns + Renshaw Audition? | Cricket Today Show, Wednesday October 15 The Cricket Today Show preview a MASSIVE ODI series between Australia and India, with the 1st match set for Sunday at Perth! The panel full of banter discusses each side's squad and give their series predictions! Cricket Today panelists Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things ODI cricket for the Australia vs India series!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian cricketer Mitch Starc chats with Adam Hawse about re-signing with the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Swepson weighed in on the Sheffield Shield being dubbed an Ashes "bat off," sharing his pride that the Bulls' squad is full of quality players "stuck behind" the Australian cartel. He also revealed the tough decision behind his blockbuster move from the Brisbane Heat to the Melbourne Stars for the upcoming Big Bash League season, seeking a late-career "freshen up" to chase his international goals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of The BYC Podcast, Dylan Cleaver and Paul Ford join ACC Head G Lane to discuss our home summer of cricket starting on a freezing cold night in the Mount (00:00)...Then the fellas discuss Tim Robinson's maiden T20 Century going in vain against a belligerent Aussie team (01:00) and Sophie Devine's Century in the Women's Cricket World Cup opening match going in vain against a belligerent Aussie team (12:45)... Also, they weigh up the Pros & Cons of a New Zealand team joining the Big Bash League (19:20).Plus, all your favourite furniture, including 'Dylan Cleaver's Who Am I?' (27:00), 'Paul Ford's Cricket Violence Corner' (37:45), and 'Bat Chat' (39:40)!Brought to you by Resene!Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The BYC Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could a New Zealand-based team join the Big Bash T20 cricket competition? NZC governing body chief executive Scott Weenink says they are investigating whether joining the Australian league is viable. Cricket Australia is mulling over expansion options – Singapore, New Zealand, and Canberra have been deemed candidates. Weenink told Mike Hosking they've been in talks for about a year about the potential of adding a men's and women's team to the Big Bash. If it were to happen, he says it wouldn't be at the expense of Super Smash, as it's important to have a strong domestic competition in New Zealand as well. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Menners reacts to the latest developments in world cricket. He weighs in on Pat Cummins' injury concerns and why Steve Smith might need to step in as captain for the Ashes. There's news on Callum Vidler's setback, the battle for Australia's top-order spots, and Sam Konstas stepping away from social media. Menners also critiques Brendon McCullum's “Bazball” philosophy and its PR problems, before breaking down England's record ODI win, Australia's Women's World Cup squad, and the debate over Big Bash League privatisation. (02:03) Pat Cummins' back injury and calls for Steve Smith as captain (05:53) Callum Vidler sidelined and Australia's fast-bowling depth tested (07:43) Top-order battle heats up as domestic season begins (08:23) Brendon McCullum, Bazball, and cricket's culture wars (13:45) Australia's Women's World Cup squad and Amazon's free streaming deal (19:20) Big Bash privatization debate and SA20 salary dominance Cricket Unfiltered Notes: Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We've launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show.

Mike "Big Roy" Whitney, "Sugar" Ray Nosti, & Andrew "Dawsey" Dawson present "This Week In Sport".... Each week the boys share their thoughts on anything sport from around the globe with their own brand of irreverent humour! This week is a huge episode where the boys chat about : City To Surf, NRL Round 23 review, “Trainer-Gate” Pt2, NRLW, Australia vs South Africa T20 cricket series, Ashes Test Series team selection, franchising Australian cricket's “Big Bash League”, “The Hundred” cricket tournament, AFL round review, World Darts Masters in Wollongong, Sport Australia Hall Of Fame's new inductees, SailGP with two races in Australia (Perth & Sydney), Word Surfing League in Tahiti, Swimming, the WNBA dildo incident!, Darrell Hair & Muttiah Muralitharan….and much, much more!!!!

Australia vs South Africa T20I Series Predictions! | Cricket Today Show, Thursday August 7 The Cricket Today Show preview an exciting Australia vs South Africa T20I series in Darwin and Cairns, breaking down the squads, predicted XI and if Josh Hazlewood and Cam Green can continue strong form! The panel full of banter debates the Aussie lineup, how well Markram can go for the Proteas and finish with an in depth look at the predictions for the series and 1st match! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion and Leo Mullaly talk all things cricket for Australia vs South Africa and world cricket!

Cricket Australia has the consultants' report telling them what they probably already knew. To compete with global franchise cricket leagues, the BBL needs private investment. Who would these new owners be? How might it change the game in Australia? Are our long-held traditions at risk? We break it down. Featured: Daniel Brettig, senior cricket writer, The Age.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

In this fiery episode, Menners is joined by Jono Baruch and Mark Machado to dissect yet another low point for the England Test team following their antics during the handshake fiasco against India. The panel takes aim at England's hypocrisy, lack of humility, and petulance, while celebrating India's grit. They also delve into Joe Root's incredible run-scoring feats, whether Jasprit Bumrah's Test career may be over, and Australia's dominant 5-0 T20 series win over the West Indies. Plus, an in-depth discussion on the future of the Big Bash League as Cricket Australia explores partial privatization. We've launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show.

INSANE West Indies vs Australia Test: Starc & Boland dominate + Our Early Ashes XI for Australia! | Cricket Today Show, Tuesday July 15 The Cricket Today Show wrap up a crazy West Indies vs Australia 3rd Test with Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland break all types of bowling records and the batters from both sides struggling! The panel full of banter debates the Australian batting lineup and finish with an in depth look at an early Australia Ashes XI for the upcoming summer! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things Test cricket for West Indies vs Australia and Ashes summer! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - 3rd Test Wrap 6:10 - Big Questions 13:30 - Outro

West Indies vs Australia Cricket: 3rd Test Predictions - Green & Konstas vs Windies Pace! | Cricket Today Show, Wednesday July 10. The Cricket Today Show preview a huge West Indies vs Australia 3rd Test with Steve Smith and Cam Green building form, Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seales set to dominate again with the ball and improvement needed from the top order batsmen from both teams! The panel full of banter debates the Australian batting lineup, talks up a new look West Indies team and go through the best bowlers/batters! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things Test cricket for West Indies vs Australia! Timestamps:00:00 Intro02:02 Australia Predicted XI / News06:09 West Indies XI / News08:01 3rd Test Predictions11:08 Outro

In a cricket world dominated by the IPL, the race is on to be the next best T20 league. As the Big Bash League launches season 15 we ask CEO Alistair Dobson what we're doing to compete. Is it enough to hope for the odd local star to make a cameo and a handful of international guns to (maybe) play? How long before we open the door to private investment? All of that and more in this conversation. Featured: Alistair Dobson, Big Bash League CEOSubscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

West Indies vs Australia 2nd Test Predictions - Smith is BACK + Scary Shamar x Seales | Cricket Today Show, Wednesday July 2. The Cricket Today Show preview a huge West Indies vs Australia 2nd Test with Steve Smith returning from injury, Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seales set to dominate with the ball and improvement needed from the top order batsmen from both teams! The panel full of banter debates the Australian batting lineup, talks up a new look West Indies team and go through the best bowlers/batters! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things Test cricket for West Indies vs Australia! Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:40 2nd Test- Our Predicted Lineups01:57 Australia07:23 West Indies10:23 2nd Test Predictions10:48 Best Bowler12:31 Best Batsmen14:36 Who Wins15:15 Outro

Shamar Joseph vs Sam Konstas - West Indies vs Australia Cricket 1st Test Predictions | Cricket Today Show, Tuesday June 24 The Cricket Today Show preview a huge West Indies vs Australia 1st Test with Shamar Joseph wanting to back up his heroics, Sam Konstas and Josh Inglis back in the side, also the tough humidity and spinning conditions! The panel full of banter debates the Australian bowling lineup, talks up a new look West Indies team and go through the best bowlers/batters! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things Test cricket for West Indies vs Australia! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro01:30 - Australia Predicted Lineup06:30 - West Indies Predicted Lineup09:00 - 1st Test Breakdown10:40 - Best Bowler12:20 - Best Batsman14:00 - Who wins?15:00 - OutroSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WTC Final Australia vs South Africa Predictions - Pressure on Marnus & Scary Rabada! | Cricket Today Show, Tuesday June 10 - Episode 143 Cricket Today talk on all of the World Test Championship Final's biggest points as Australia vs South Africa with a debate on whether Marnus or Konstas should open and which South African bowler can get the most wickets! The panel full of banter talks up Josh Hazlewood and Aiden Markram for their sides, who can dominate in English conditions to take out the trophy and go through big calls for the Test ahead. Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things Test cricket for the WTC Final! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro, 02:05 - Predicted XI's, 11:16 - WTC Final Predictions, 17:17 - Outro

IPL 2025 Playoff Predictions - Kohli's RCB, MI firing & Who wins the title? | Cricket Today Show, Tuesday May 27 - Episode 142 Cricket Today talk on all of the IPL 2025 biggest Playoff talking points with Punjab and RCB fighting for top spot, Shubman Gill dominating and Arshdeep Singh to continue his form for PBKS! The panel full of banter talks up Josh Inglis in an Aussie Watch segment, as well as full predictions for who wins the playoffs and playoff MVP! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion and Leo Mullaly talk all things T20 for the 2025 IPL Playoffs! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:00 IPL Playoff Breakdown 13:13 Aussie Watch 16:04 Title Predictions 17:35 Playoff MVP 19:05 Outro

IPL 2025 Talking Points - Vaibhav Suryavanshi 100 aged 14 + RCB to win it all? | Cricket Today Show, Wednesday April 2 - Episode 141. Cricket Today talk on all of the IPL 2025 biggest talking points with RCB on top of the table, Delhi surprising, an amazing 35 ball hundred from 14 year old Suryavanshi and Josh Hazlewood leading the wickets and the way for Aussies! The panel full of banter talks up Mitch Marsh is extremely worried about the Sunrisers form and predicts the exact table finish ahead of the 2025 IPL playoffs! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things T20 for the 2025 IPL season! Timestamps:00:00 Intro03:54 IPL Team Check In35:10 Aussie Watch39:04 Outro

IPL Predictions - RCB on Top, KKR struggling & Starc domination! | Cricket Today Show, Wednesday April 2. Cricket Today talk on all of the IPL 2025 biggest talking points with RCB and Delhi surprising, Mitchell Starc and Nicholas Pooran filling up the stat sheet and break down an Aussie watch for the tournament so far! The panel full of banter talks up Mitch Marsh and Noor Ahmad, are worried with KKR's form and finish off the show with some controversial and fun fan comments/questions! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things T20 for the 2025 IPL season! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro, 03:33 IPL Talking Points, 11:04 Aussie Watch, 16:16 Game Predictions, 18:25 Fan Questions/Comments, 23:15 Outro

IPL Predictions 2025 - Who wins? Who Fails? + Players to Watch! | Cricket Today Show, Tuesday March 18 Cricket Today talk all things IPL ahead of the 2025 season, breaking down all 10 teams chances this season, the best players involved and standout Aussie players. The panel talks up Rashid Khan, KL Rahul and Chakravarthy who are set to dominate, pressure on RCB and go through table predictions for KKR trying to go back to back and the rise of Punjab! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Marcus Bazzano and Leo Mullaly talk all things T20 for the new IPL season! Timestamps: 2:42 Chennai Super Kings, 5:44 Delhi Capitals, 8:46 Gujarat Titans, 10:55 Kolkata Knight Riders, 13:23 Lucknow Super Giants, 15:24 Mumbai Indians, 17:58 Punjab Kings, 20:10 Rajasthan Royals, 22:30 Royal Challengers Bangalore, 25:24 Sunrisers Hyderabad, 28:25 Tournament Predictions, 36:39 Player Predictions, 40:05 Fan Questions/Comments

The Cricket Today Show are here for an India vs New Zealand 2025 Champions Trophy Final wrap, with India taking out another trophy, cutch Rohit Sharma and amazing Glenn Phillips! The panel debate how strong Steve Smith's ODI career was after he announced his retirement, go through the biggest talking points in world cricket and finish with fan comments/questions. Join the Cricket Today Show with Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion, Leo Mullaly and Marcus Bazzano to hear about all things cricket and Champions Trophy! Timestamps: 2:11 Quick Single, 5:59 India vs New Zealand Talking Points, 13:32 Fan Questions/Comments

He could be the next big thing in Australian cricket - fresh off a match winning century in the Big Bash League final Mitch Owen smashed a 48-ball hundred for Tasmania against South Australia in the One Day Cup. It's been a whirlwind few weeks for Owen, and he caught up with Brett Sprigg on Summer Grandstand to discuss the summer so far, his national ambitions, and his teammate and great friend Matt Kuhnemann. 

The Big Bash League player movement window has closed, and the Melbourne Renegades were very active securing fast bowlers Jason Behrendorff and Brendan Doggett, as well as top order batsman Caleb Jewell. Despite securing some more top end talent, Renegades coach Cameron White says it is a challenge to attract players due to the surface at the Renegades home ground of Docklands.

Mark Chapman is joined by Ebony Rainford-Brent and Michael Vaughan to discuss the biggest stories this week in cricket. Tammy Beaumont joins the podcast to reflect on England's Women's Ashes campaign and what comes next. They discuss the disappointing series and what the future looks like for England's women. Plus, after the Brendon McCullum white ball era started with two losses for England, hear from Mark Wood. And with Big Bash League success for Mitchell Owen and Hobart Hurrianes, Greg Tattersall from his former cricket club Norden drops by too.

The build up to the Australian Open and Women's Ashes continues on Summer Grandstand, not to mention plenty of coverage of the Big Bash League, basketball, soccer, futsal and a whole lot more! 

He's next in line to take the gloves for Australia, but Perth Scorchers and Western Australia wicketkeeper Josh Inglis knows he might have to continue to bide his time as he awaits an opportunity to don the Baggy Green for Australia. The Yorkshire born gloveman has been in rich form at domestic level, but the continued good form of Travis Head and Alex Carey means there isn't a middle order spot available just yet. Josh Inglis spoke to Matt Clinch on Summer Grandstand as he heads to Melbourne for a BBL clash with the Melbourne Renegades, before linking up with the Test squad for Boxing Day.

Australia great David Warner leading the Thunder in western Sydney. Melbourne cool kids Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell and Adam Zampa lighting up the Vic franchises. Heavyweight teams like Perth, Brisbane and Hobart. There are reasons for optimism around this BBL season, the negative is the lack of international star power. Ed Cowan offers solutions to that problem while previewing the 14th edition of the competition. Featured: Ed Cowan, ex-Australia opener. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The remaining Bali Nine prisoners could soon return home to Australia... A sea of kayaks by climate activists keep police on alert in Newcastle Harbour, Renegades beat Thunder to take the top spot on the Women's Big Bash League

At just 15 years and 34 days old Caoimhe Bray became the youngest player in Women's Big Bash League history, and to top it off she hit the winning runs on debut. Not only is she a gun cricketer living the dream of playing with her idol Ellyse Perry, but like her idol she's also got a future in the round ball game having played for the Young Matildas. Hear from Caoimhe on Summer Grandstand with Sam Lane and Declan Byrne.

The ABC's maiden cricket podcast hosted by Kristen Beams and Brittany Carter. As the 10th edition of the Women's Big Bash League kicks off, a bunch of bright-eyed teenagers have taken the competition by storm. We talk about the rise of these young guns, before hearing from Melbourne Renegades captain Sophie Molineux about the role her parents have played in helping her get back into the Australian team after a horrid run of injuries. 

It's the eve of the 10th edition of the Women's Big Bash League and while the competition and women's cricket have come a long way, superstar Beth Mooney believes there are still areas where the league could improve. Listen to the Scorchers and Australian 'keeper-batter's chat with Sam Lane and Lehmo. 

Corbin & Ed discuss Australia's white ball tour of England, are all-rounders the future of T20 cricket and how many spots are up for grabs in the line-up? Plus Usman Khawaja hints at a reshuffle in the Test team and is Canberra best placed to become the next BBL franchise?

Corbin & Ed discuss Australia's white ball tour of England, are all-rounders the future of T20 cricket and how many spots are up for grabs in the line-up? Plus Usman Khawaja hints at a reshuffle in the Test team and is Canberra best placed to become the next BBL franchise?

Corbin & Ed discuss Australia's white ball tour of England, are all-rounders the future of T20 cricket and how many spots are up for grabs in the line-up? Plus Usman Khawaja hints at a reshuffle in the Test team and is Canberra best placed to become the next BBL franchise?

Speaking to SBS Urdu, Big Bash League CEO Alastair Dobson said that Pakistani players have always been an integral part of Big Bash. Listen more in this podcast. - ایس بی ایس اردو سے گفتگو کرتے ہوئے بگ بیش لیگ کے سی ای او الیسٹر ڈابسن کا کہنا تھا کہ پاکستانی کھلاڑی ہمیشہ سے بگ بیش کا ایک اہنم حصہ رہے ہیں۔

Join Cyrus Broacha in this fascinating episode of "The Century of Cricket" podcast, where we explore the evolution of one of cricket's most crucial elements: the stumps. From the humble makeshift wickets of galli cricket to the high-tech LED stumps we see today, discover the journey of innovation in cricket. Highlights include: The story of Lumpy Stevens and how his frustration led to the introduction of the third stump. The transition from wooden stumps to the high-tech LED stumps introduced in 2014. The latest in stump technology: Electra stumps introduced in the 2023 Women's Big Bash League. Tune in for an engaging mix of history, innovation, and a dash of humor as Cyrus takes you through the centuries of cricketing evolution. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cricket stories and insights!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star White Ferns all-rounder Amelia Kerr will play for the Sydney Sixers in the Australia's Big Bash League, after the franchise used new contracting rules to prize her away from the Brisbane Heat on a three-year deal.

Dylan Cleaver & Paul Ford join Jason Hoyte for another episode of NZ's #1 cricket pod, The BYC!In this episode, are injuries going to cut Kane Williamson's career short, is a merge needed for the Super Smash and the Big Bash League to survive, and West Indies debutant Shamar Joseph gets Steve Smith out with his first-ever ball in Test Cricket! Plus, 'Who Am I', 'Cricket Violence Corner', 'News Or Ruse' & 'Toppa Correspondence'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cocksy and Bryce discuss the form of the teams and state of the Big Bash League competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alison Mitchell, Jim Maxwell and Charu Sharma are joined by Zimbabwe's Anesu Mushangwe who has just won the Women's Big Bash League with the Adelaide Strikers. She became the first player from Zimbabwe to win the title and tells us how she learnt how to bowl throwing lemons. Anesu details her journey from growing up in Zimbabwe and falling in love with cricket, to moving to Australia and playing with her idols and all the obstacles in-between.The team discuss the row that has broken out in Australia with former bowler Mitchell Johnson questioning whether former team-mate David Warner should be given a "hero's send-off" in the Test series against Pakistan. They debate Johnson's comments and assess Warner's global profile.Photo: Anesu Mushangwe of the Strikers celebrates with team-mates after taking the wicket of Tahlia Wilson of the Thunder during the WBBL match between Sydney Thunder and Adelaide Strikers at Cricket Central, on November 21, 2023, in Sydney, Australia. (Credit: Getty Images)

Charu Sharma, Jim Maxwell and Nikesh Rughani preview the Women's Big Bash League final. They discuss the dominance of the Adelaide Strikers captained by Australia all-rounder Tahlia McGrath who have won 11 out of 14 matches. They will be playing their final against the Brisbane Heat at the Adelaide Oval for the first time and are hoping for a record crowd.Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has said that India will be a 'serious challenger' in next year's T20 World Cup. The team debate whether they think he is right and the reasons behind his comments. They also discuss the ongoing Men's T20 series between India and Australia.And the team react to the news that Rahul Dravid will continue as India head coach and if this is the best move.Photo: Tahlia McGrath of the Strikers celebrates with teammates after dismissing Ellyse Perry of the Sixers during the WBBL match between Sydney Sixers and Adelaide Strikers at North Sydney Oval, on November 18, 2023, in Sydney, Australia. (Credit: Getty Images)

On Sunday, the Women's Big Bash League carved out its own place in the Sydney Cricket Ground's storied history.  Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alison Mitchell, Jim Maxwell and Sunil Gupta are joined by Catherine Dalton who is the first female coach in the Pakistan Super League. She will also be the first female fast bowling coach of any professional men's team when she joins the Multan Sultan's. She tells us about the significance of the role, why she did not have any reservations about taking the job and the differences between coaching men and women. Plus we discuss the Men's Cricket World Cup so far and ask where it is all going wrong for England? We also look at how Australia will cope without Mitchell Marsh and Glenn Maxwell and ask if Afghanistan can realistically make it to the semi-finals.    There has been some controversy surrounding the lack of both DRS and third umpires in the Women's Big Bash League so we ask if cricketer's are too reliant on technology? Photo: Catherine Dalton of Ireland steers the ball with Dilani Manodara of Sri Lanka looking on during the Women's ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 match between Sri Lanka and Ireland at the IS Bindra Stadium on March 20, 2016 in Mohali, India. (Credit: ICC via Getty Images)

Season 15, Episode 6: From world champions to the cusp of virtual elimination with a month to go in this tournament - England are, by any measure, under the pump. Vithushan Ehantharajah jumps back in the co-hosting chair alongside Adam to work this through before running the rule over the new round of contracts. They also acknowledge the passing of a true champion in Bishan Bedi. Later in the show, Laura Jolly, the Women's Cricket Editor at CA.com.au, joins to talk all things Women's Big Bash League season nine, which has gotten off to an eventual start over the last week. Your Nerd Pledge number this week: 2.35 - Kate Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword Sign up to learn about all the Lord's Taverners projects at bit.ly/tavssignup Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a month where South Africa's women's team toured Pakistan for the first time, we speak to interim captain Laura Wolvaardt about how she is adjusting to the role after a difficult period for South Africa with a number of retirements, including Lizelle Lee.and Dane Van Niekerk. She also gave her reaction to the fact that international match fees for women will match men for the first time in South Africa. Virat Kohli looked back to his very best as he hit an unbeaten century to guide India to their biggest win over Pakistan in one-day internationals. Alison Mitchell, Brett Sprigg and Sunil Gupta all reflect on the Asia Cup clash and the surprise decision to add a reserve day. Photo: Laura Wolvaardt of the Strikers bats during the Women's Big Bash League match between the Sydney Thunder and the Adelaide Strikers at North Sydney Oval, on November 20, 2022, in Sydney, Australia. (CREDIT: Mark Evans/Getty Images)

Cricket is the world's second most popular sport with over 2.5 billion fans worldwide. A group of high-profile investors, including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, have launched a new T20 tournament in the US. Major League Cricket (MLC) hopes to establish a foothold for cricket in the world's richest sporting market, but will it succeed long term? We spoke with Adam Crosthwaite for the inside word on cricket in the land of the free. Adam is the co-founder and CEO of The Brand Bar a Marketing agency run nationally across Australia based in Melbourne. As a former first-class wicketkeeper-batsman himself, Adam has worked as a batting and wicketkeeping coach for the Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League, the WBBL, and the Victoria State team. Adam has coached internationally for the Seattle Thunderbolts as head coach in the MiLC in the USA, leading the team to win the 2022 National Championship. Adam's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-crosthwaite-66751a71/ ____ Australia Sports Innovation Week This episode is brought to you by the Australia Sports Tech Conference, the Southern Hemisphere's largest and most respected sports technology industry event. This year's edition is happening on Thursday, August 31st in Brisbane, Queensland. Agenda, tickets, and more info available at https://stws.co/conference-australia ____ Subscribe to the Sports Tech Feed newsletter. Your source for in-depth sports technology insights, news, and analysis: https://sportstechfeed.substack.com