CA holds discussion over Victoria's BBL team merger plans
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 8:07 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Cricket Australia (CA) conducted a conference call on June 4 with leaders from five states to address Victoria's announcement regarding the merger of its Big Bash League teams, the Melbourne Stars and Melbourne Renegades. The decision has prompted concerns among other states, indicating tensions within the league. CA's meeting aimed at resolving these issues and ensuring coherence among all state associations moving forward as the BBL prepares for the upcoming season.
- •CA held a call with state leaders from five states on June 4.
- •Victoria revealed plans to merge the Stars and Renegades.
- •Concerns were raised among state leaders regarding the merger.
- •CA seeks to resolve tensions within the league ahead of the season.
- 8:07 AMESPNcricinfo — CA boss seeks to calm tensions after Victoria's 'not ideal' BBL move
"CA held a call with state leaders of five states on Thursday to urgently discuss Victoria's revelations that they would merge Stars and Renegades
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