The ECB plans to block English cricketers from participating in overseas franchise leagues, including the Pakistan Super League (PSL), to protect the domestic cricket season. The move aims to prevent players from viewing county cricket as a fallback option, as multiple overseas leagues have clashed with the English summer schedule. While the Indian Premier League (IPL) remains exempt, the ECB is considering stronger policies to safeguard the integrity of the English game.
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The Hundred Franchise Set to Attract American Investment by 2025
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is targeting American investment for its innovative 100-ball competition, The Hundred. Stakes in all eight teams are set to be sold by 2025, marking a strategic move to attract global investors and expand the tournament’s international reach.
2 Hollywood Stars Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney Eye Welsh Fire Stake as IPL Giants Join The Hundred Investment Battle
Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are in talks to invest in Welsh Fire, a team in The Hundred cricket competition. Their potential involvement could significantly boost the team’s profile and help grow cricket in Wales, leveraging their successful sports management experience with Wrexham.