Franchise Cricket

Ben Stokes has closed the England chapter, taken 25 wickets for Durham, and is now the most sought-after free agent in world cricket. Jamie Hall looks at what the future might hold.

Cricket Australia has launched a privatisation process for Big Bash franchises, and it appears some of The Hundred's new owners are already circling. Here's what it could mean for the global T20 landscape.

The owners of Kolkata Knight Riders have signalled interest in purchasing a stake in a new Hundred franchise, should the competition expand beyond its current eight-team format.

Private investment has reshaped The Hundred's landscape, with rebranded teams chasing new audiences. But has it been a success? Jamie Hall takes a closer look.

Ticket sales at The Hundred fell to 550,000 in 2026, down from 580,000 the previous year. Jamie Hall digs into what's driving the decline and whether new private owners can reverse the trend.

Ben Stokes is set to juggle his Durham commitments with forays into franchise cricket around the world, according to head coach Ryan Campbell. The former England Test captain underlined his county value with an unbeaten century against Derbyshire this week.

The ICC has acknowledged growing corruption risks across global franchise tournaments, with plans for a dedicated working party and tighter league approval rules now in motion.

The Hundred has undergone a dramatic ownership shake-up, with IPL heavyweights and American investors now holding stakes in all eight franchises. Jamie Hall breaks down who owns what and what it means for the competition.

Retired off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has poured cold water on hopes of Indian stars featuring in The Hundred, citing the economic dominance of the IPL as the key barrier.

All eight Hundred franchises have new owners following major investment deals worth over £500m, bringing IPL expertise and American capital to English cricket.

The Gulf state prepares for its inaugural professional cricket tournament featuring six teams and targeting established franchise stars.

All eight Hundred franchises have sold stakes to global investors, with IPL owners and American capital transforming the competition ahead of its sixth season.