Category: SPORTS
Country/Region: AUSTRALIA
The Big Bash League (BBL or Big Bash) is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in Australia. Established in 2011 by Cricket Australia, it has become a prominent franchise in the cricketing landscape.
How much do BBL players earn?
The BBL salary cap stands at $1.77 million, with an additional $170,000 allocated for marketing. Each BBL franchise has 18 players under contract, receiving payments ranging from $34,000 to a maximum of $210,000. The challenges facing the BBL in the upcoming season will remain unchanged.
How many overs are there in BBL?
There are 20 overs in a BBL match.
The team batting first has 20 overs to accumulate as many runs as possible, followed by the opposition, which also gets 20 overs to chase down the target. These 20 overs constitute an innings, and each team gets one innings, making up a complete match.
Who is the highest-paid BBL player?
Chris Lynn holds the title.
The most prominent star in the Big Bash League, Chris Lynn, has become the league’s highest-paid player. He inked a lucrative five-year deal with the Brisbane Heat, securing his stay in Brisbane until at least the 2021-22 season. Additionally, Heat coach Dan Vettori and assistant coach Shane Bond have both extended their contracts for two more years.
