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Cricket Australia Posts A$11.3 Million Loss, Weighs Private Ownership for Big Bash Teams

Leaders forecast a rebound next year driven by the Ashes plus India white-ball fixtures.

Overview

  • Total revenue rose by A$49.2 million to A$453.7 million, lifted by a new domestic media deal and the five-Test India series.
  • Expenses increased by A$24.1 million, reflecting marketing for the India tour and funding 70 additional international touring days.
  • Distributions to state associations edged up only A$800,000 to A$120.9 million, drawing sharp criticism from Cricket Victoria chair Ross Hepburn.
  • CA is formally exploring private investment in Big Bash League teams, a move chair Mike Baird called the biggest decision in generations that will need state backing.
  • Cost controls include ending funding for indoor cricket and recent staff cuts, while CA projects commercial and sponsorship income to rise from A$69 million to A$86 million in FY26.