Big Bash League clubs are planning for fans to be able to attend games next summer in a development that could have implications for the India series and Cricket Australia's feud with players and states
"Yes, we are looking at a lot of different scenarios," he said. "We have to plan under the assumption that the Big Bash League is going to be the same as last year, but then we also have to look at a situation where there are stricter biosecurity measures.
The news raises hopes fans will also be allowed through the gates for the bumper Test series against India, which is due to start on December 3 and run through to early January. CA is yet to release the schedule for the BBL, but the T20 tournament traditionally starts in mid-December.Cricket Australia chief Kevin Roberts' claims of a financial crisis are being put to the test.
CA chief Kevin Roberts has said the game will lose $50 million in revenue if crowds are not permitted The players have already rejected CA's estimates and are preparing to formally lodge a notice of dispute.Players and states are stunned CA has enacted drastic cost-cutting measures despite its high confidence in India's $300 million tour going ahead as planned.
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