Big Bash League

Zampa's runout attempt, Neser's amazing catch and the drama of cricket laws

Adam Zampa attempted a run out at the non-striker's end when the batter was backing up too much. Even after being called a Mankad-er, the decision was not in his favour. We try to find out why

Big Bash League to introduce Decision Review System from this season

Australia's Big Bash League confirmed the long-awaited introduction of the Decision Review System for both the men's and women's competitions for the 2022-23 season

ILT20 offers AUD 700,000 deals to 15 top Australian players to ditch BBL

The International League in UAE has reportedly offered 15 top Australian players a whopping AUD 700,000 deals to ditch the Big Bash League (BBL), dates of which are overlapping.

Rashid Khan, Moises Henriques named in BBL 11 Team of Tournament

The Team of the Tournament is selected by the head coaches of all eight clubs

Dream come true to play at MCG: Unmukt Chand after making BBL debut

Unmukt Chand, who has become the first Indian player to play in the Big Bash League (BBL), said it was a dream come true for him to play at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).Unmukt on Tuesday achieved the feat as he made his debut for the Melbourne Renegades against Hobart Hurricanes here at the Docklands Stadium in Melbourne. However, he failed to leave a mark as he scored just six runs in his first game."It's been a dream come true 2 play at the @MCG. Felt a childlike energy entering the G. Not the result we wanted, nonetheless, a gud outing. Hopefully can take a lot of +ves from this & apply on my next & coming adventures. Feels good 2 be back on the big stage," Unmukt Chand tweeted.Unmukt, 28, had called time on his playing career in India last year. He represented three IPL franchises - Delhi Daredevils, Mumbai Indians, and Rajasthan Royals - and had a domestic career spanning more than a decade, including 67 first-class matches.Unmukt burst onto the international ...

PCB asks Pakistani players in BBL to return home immediately for PSL 7

The PCB has asked Muhammad Hasnain, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf and Shadab Khan to return home immediately ahead of the upcoming Pakistan Super League

Big Bash League team players test Covid positive, endangering tournament

Concerns are growing over the Big Bash League's (BBL) future this season due to the surging Covid-19 cases even as players worry about their personal health

BBL: Melbourne Stars skipper Glenn Maxwell tests positive for Covid-19

Big Bash League (BBL) franchise Melbourne Stars on Wednesday confirmed that its skipper Glenn Maxwell has tested positive for Covid-19.

As England hit a new low, McGrath says IPL, BBL denting competitive spirit

The pace bowler said England, who are down 0-2 after losing the Gabba and Adelaide Tests, need to really do some introspection as they are representing their country

India's Smriti Mandhana hits WBBL record-equalling 114 not out in WBBL

Mandhana on Wednesday became the first Indian to hit a century in the Women's Big Bash League with a record-equalling 114 not out

Harmanpreet, Rodrigues to play for Melbourne Renegades in WBBL

India T20 captain Harmanpreet Kaur and young batter Jemimah Rodrigues will play for Melbourne Renegades in the upcoming Women's Big Bash League, the event organisers announced

Rashid Khan re-signs for Adelaide Strikers ahead of upcoming BBL

Currently representing Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League, Rashid has reiterated his love for the city of Adelaide

Shafali Verma set to play for Birmingham franchise in The Hundred

India's teen batting sensation Shafali Verma is set to play for Birmingham Phoenix in the inaugural edition of The Hundred and might also turn up for a Sydney franchise in the Women's Big bash League

Vaughan feels Alex Hales deserves 'another chance' in England's T20I squad

Former skipper Michael Vaughan feels swashbuckling batsman Alex Hales, who is currently playing for Sydney Thunder in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL), deserves another chance in the England T20I squad.Hales was axed from England's (eventual winners) 50-over World Cup squad for failing a second test for use of recreational drug. The wicket-keeper batsman last played for England in March 2019 prior to the ICC World Cup. The 32-year-old cricketer, who is one of the two batsmen to smash a ton in T20Is for England, has been in great form.In the Sydney derby on Wednesday, Hales smashed 54 runs from 33 balls in a losing cause, however, Vaughan was impressed with the batsman's show which included five fours and three glorious sixes."Time is a great healer & @AlexHales1 deserves another chance if a place comes available in the England T20 team," Vaughan tweeted.In the match, Josh Philippe's 64 from 36 balls overshadowed Hales' effort as Sydney Sixers defeated the Thunder by five ...

Pit-vertising: Deodorant brand feature on Big Bash League umpires' armpits

Umpires officiating matches in the Big Bash League this season will give air-time to Australian deodorant and antiperspirant brand Rexona whenever they lift their arms to signal six, out or byes

Australian board sees steep rise in bio-bubble budget for India series, BBL

India is scheduled to tour Australia at the end of this year for a four-Test series

BCCI did what is best, says Mithali on clash of women's IPL and WBBL

Australian star player Alyssa Healy questioned the timing of the exhibition games as it is clashing with the WBBL

Big Bash League season 10 to coincide with India tour of Australia in 2020

According to schedule, the BBL will run for eight nights before taking a five-day break for Australia's day-night Test with India to be held from December 11-15 at Adeialde Oval

David Warner hints retirement from T20I after 2021 World Cup in India

We're seeing a lot of guys and talent coming through Australian cricket (and) I think it's important we're leaving those opportunities open there, says David Warner

Brendon McCullum calls for a Kiwi team in Big Bash League to boost audience

Several countries, including Australia have imposed travel restrictions, and McCullum feels adding a team from New Zealand in the tournament could pique the interest of the audience in the league