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The CA Board: Private ownership and expansion of the Big Bash leagues are among the recommendations that were given to Cricket Australia (CA), as they look for next steps in the evolution of the leagues.

The CA Board commissioned the Boston Consulting Group to consult with experts and stakeholders from across CA, Australian Cricket and around the world and provide recommendations for the next phase of the BBL and WBBL evolution.

In a statement on Wednesday, CA revealed the recommendations it has received from BCG. The first one talks about attracting the world’s top players and enhancing Australian player availability through an optimised schedule, including a later start to the BBL season, and a higher salary cap;