Cricket Victoria applies to trademark Melbourne Rangers name
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 3:18 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Cricket Victoria has taken steps to trademark the Melbourne Rangers name. This move comes as the Melbourne Stars may undergo a rebranding if a hybrid model for Big Bash League privatisation is approved in the upcoming weeks. The potential change is part of broader discussions regarding the future structure of the league, anticipated to be finalized in the near future.
- •Cricket Victoria has applied for the Melbourne Rangers trademark.
- •Rebranding is under consideration for the Melbourne Stars.
- •Approval of a hybrid model for BBL privatisation is pending.
- 3:18 AMESPNcricinfo — Cricket Victoria apply to trademark Melbourne Rangers name
"Melbourne Stars will be rebranded should a hybrid model for BBL privatisation be approved in the coming weeks
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