In a seismic shift set to reshape the cricketing landscape, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is steering towards introducing a revolutionary T10 league, heralding a new era in the sport. The proposed league, set to kick off around 2024, is seen as a game-changer that could overshadow traditional bilateral cricket (particularly ODI) within the next two years.
The ‘Cusp of Inevitability’ looms large as the BCCI contemplates the future, with marquee red-ball events like the Ashes and key India series (India vs Australia, India vs England, even India vs South Africa among others) surviving the tide.
This move, while groundbreaking, poses a potential threat to the future of 50-over cricket, signaling a paradigm shift towards the dominance of franchise cricket.
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Why T10 league of BCCI can be death kneel to ODI cricket?
Amidst the changing cricket landscape, cricket boards struggling with insufficient revenue from bilateral rights are eyeing a potential lifeline through a revenue-sharing model with the BCCI. However, the ominous prediction of the ‘inevitable’ demise of 50-over cricket sends shockwaves through the cricketing community.
“But if that happens, it could signal the death of 50-over cricket sooner than one thinks,” say those fearing the ‘inevitable’ to Money Control.
Notably, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia emerges as a potential partner, showcasing a keen interest in collaboration with Indian cricket. The concept of a traveling tournament seeking a Gulf host nation could infuse financial vigor into the proposed league, revolutionizing the way cricket is consumed globally.
While uncertainties loom, the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) stands resilient, uniquely positioned with the summer months in the UK, offering a beacon of stability amidst the shifting cricketing sands.
In conclusion, the proposed T10 league and the evolving dynamics orchestrated by the BCCI symbolize a monumental shift towards franchise cricket, potentially spelling the end for traditional ODIs and bilateral series, except for a select few.
The cricketing world finds itself on the precipice of an unprecedented transformation, navigating the delicate balance between tradition and innovation.
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