BBL makes bold prediction for Melbourne Renegades Facing the most uncertain future amid the privatisation dramas, the Melbourne Renegades have moved their home matches away from Marvel Stadium after 15 years. AAP · Jul 10
'Really optimistic': BBL to hold historic game in India BBL boss Alistair Dobson is optimistic about the historic match in Chennai going close to selling out the famous MA Chidambaram Stadium in December. AAP · Jul 10
Big Bash League momentum builds but its future remains up in the air The BBL is enjoying a resurgence even as Cricket Australia pushes the case for private investment to keep pace with T20 competitions around the globe The Guardian - AU · Jan 9
SCG, MCG off the menu in WBBL fixture change up The WBBL has returned to all its games being played at suburban venues in Melbourne and Sydney, with the stadium series removed from the east coast. AAP · Jul 10, 2025
BBL says 'never say never' to Christmas Day game The BBL has again ruled out a Christmas Day match this year but organisers are refusing to put a line through the idea. AAP · Jul 2, 2025
Finch calls for Renegades move unless Marvel improves Aaron Finch has called for Melbourne Renegades to move to Geelong if Marvel Stadium doesn't improve, as BBL bosses consider scheduling solutions for the ground. AAP · Dec 24, 2024
CA delighted with results of shortened WBBL The shortened WBBL has pulled in bigger crowds and television ratings, with Cricket Australia believing it vindicates the decision to tighten the schedule. AAP · Nov 28, 2024
Third umpire: Cricket Australia makes big WBBL change Cricket Australia will implement a third umpire for all WBBL matches in 2024, while DRS will also be available for 33 of the competition's 43 games. AAP · Oct 15, 2024
BBL returns to old ways in school-holiday window The Big Bash League will be played almost entirely in the holiday window for the first time in eight years in 2024-25, with a hope Test players can feature. AAP · Jul 11, 2024
Big stadiums beckon for shorter WBBL in November More Women's Big Bash League games will be played in stadiums and third-umpire technology will be greatly increased as part of the 2024 schedule. AAP · Jul 8, 2024
BBL eye off consultants to improve standard of pitches The BBL will put improving the standard of pitches on the agenda as officials consider making a consultant available to encourage higher-scoring games. AAP · Jan 29, 2024
Explosion of T20 leagues amid packed cricket calendar challenges BBL resurgence Australia’s Big Bash League has seen a rise in average crowds but the threat of more lucrative short-form competitions looms large The Guardian - AU · Jan 24, 2024
BBL eye off how to keep imports for future finals The Big Bash League has experienced a resurgence back to its old self, but bosses know the next challenge is how to keep overseas talent for the finals. AAP · Jan 18, 2024
Tom Curran's controversial Big Bash League season cut short due to injury NEW DELHI: England all-rounder Tom Curran's eventful stint in the Big Bash League (BBL) with the Sydney Sixers has come to an abrupt end due to a knee injury. Curran sustained the injury during the Sixers' clash against the Melbourne Stars last Saturday. The Times of India · Jan 11, 2024
AAP · Jan 4, 2024 BBL games reduction vindicated with crowds on the rise The decision to cut 16 matches from the BBL schedule has paid off for Cricket Australia, with crowds up 29 per cent on the 2022-23 season.
AAP · Dec 24, 2023 Curran's BBL ban stands after failed appeal Sydney Sixers' star import Tom Curran has failed in his appeal against a four-game Big Bash League suspension for umpire intimidation.
AAP · Oct 30, 2023 CA eye-off third umpire for all WBBL games next season Big Bash officials are looking to have a third-umpire available for all WBBL games, after the gap in technology between TV and streamed games was highlighted.
AAP · Oct 16, 2023 Perry holds no grudges over opening-game WBBL ban Sydney Sixers captain Ellyse Perry has been sidelined from the WBBL season-opener against Melbourne Stars for over-rates penalties from the last campaign.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 13, 2023 MCG and SCG to host 2023 Women’s Big Bash League matches The MCG and the SCG will host standalone regular season Women’s Big Bash League matches for the first time this year
AAP · Jul 6, 2023 BBL go further away from Christmas Day game in schedule The Big Bash League will not play a game on Christmas Eve this summer, moving further away from a maiden December 25 fixture.
ABC News · Feb 5, 2023 After a raucous comeback summer, the Big Bash will discuss shortening the season The Big Bash experienced a comeback summer in 2022-23 but greater heights could be yet to come with the competition to discuss a shorter season on the back of fan demand.
AAP · Jan 4, 2023 Shorter BBL season could come next summer Cricket Australia would be open to shortening the Big Bash League a season early next summer, with broadcasters, sponsors and teams supportive of the move.
AAP · Aug 31, 2022 CA stand by Big Bash draft talent pool Cricket Australia is adamant it will have the most marketable lists in the Big Bash League's history despite big names being overlooked in the maiden draft.
AAP · Aug 22, 2022 Stars looking to draft for BBL boost The Big Bash League is set for its first season in three years without hard COVID-19 restrictions, while there is hope a new draft can add further interest.
ABC News · Jul 14, 2022 Cricket Australia hoping BBL will bounce back with revamped schedule Cricket Australia is confident large crowds will return to the Big Bash League this summer, following two editions decimated by COVID-19 complications.