BBL privatisation explained: Melbourne merger details and what comes next in Cricket Australia's investment plan
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Alex Malcolm
Summary
The article explains the current state of the push to introduce private investment into Australia's Big Bash League (BBL) cricket competition. It covers the chaotic week of developments, the upcoming meeting between state executives and Cricket Australia (CA) in Melbourne, and the key vote scheduled for June 15 that will determine whether the privatisation plan moves to the next phase. The piece outlines what is known and unknown about the process, including the potential implications for the BBL's structure, team ownership, and future direction.
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bskyBBL privatisation explained: Melbourne merger details and what comes next in Cricket Australia's investment planespncricinfo.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledNothing has officially progressed as yet and no formal moves in the process can be made until after the six state executives and chairs meet with Cricket Australia (CA) in Melbourne next week
A decision on whether they proceed to the next phase of the privatisation plan likely to come on June 15
Here is a look at what is known and what is not known, and what could happen next.
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