McDonald discusses contract extension with Cricket Australia amid state votes for BBL privatisation
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 10:07 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Cricket Australia is negotiating a contract extension with McDonald as discussions continue regarding the privatisation of the Big Bash League (BBL). Two additional states may soon vote on the privatisation proposal. This comes as Cricket Australia reported a net profit of AU$81.8 million for the 2025-26 season.
- •McDonald is in talks with Cricket Australia for a contract extension.
- •Two states may soon vote on BBL privatisation.
- •Cricket Australia reported a net profit of AU$81.8 million for 2025-26.
- 10:07 AMESPNcricinfo — McDonald in discussions with Cricket Australia regarding contract extension
"Cricket Australia believes two further states could soon vote for BBL privatisation even as the board reports a net profit of AU$81.8 million for the 2025-26 season
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