Saudi Arabia T20 League: Is it correct to say that the popularity of cricket has increased rapidly all over the world due to the Indian Premier League? Probably yes, the brand value of IPL has reached millions of crores and now countries around the world are following the same footsteps to promote franchise cricket. A media report has revealed that Saudi Arabia is going to invest more than Rs 4,300 crore in a T20 league. It is reported that the format of this league can be kept like that of the Tennis Grand Slam.
Australian captain Pat Cummins
According to Australian newspaper ‘The Age’, discussions have been going on between the International Cricket Council (ICC) and SRJ Sports Investments for the past one year on such a T20 league. The report said, “This concept has been in the works for more than a year. The idea was proposed by all-rounder Neil Maxwell, who has played for New South Wales and Victoria in Australia. Maxwell currently manages Australian captain Pat Cummins.”
What will be the impact on other leagues
The report claimed that this league will not have any impact on other leagues running around the world. The aim of this league is to secure the future of cricket and promote this game. Whatever funds will be collected, smaller countries will be encouraged to play less profitable cricket. Whatever teams are formed, their stronghold will be the cricket playing countries. One of these will be in Australia as well. This league will be started for both women and men cricketers. The final match can be played in Saudi Arabia.