Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting has sparked debate during a BBL commentary stint, suggesting the Sydney Thunder could be better off playing more games at Manuka Oval in Canberra.
The Sydney Thunder will face the Brisbane Heat and Adelaide Strikers in their two visits to Canberra this BBL 13 campaign, with the club’s matchups for Manuka Oval announced today.
The Sydney Thunder endured some nervous moments before securing a BBL finals spot, staggering to a three-wicket win against Melbourne Stars at the MCG.
Sydney Thunder have taken a big step towards playing in the BBL finals, knocking off the Melbourne Renegades by eight wickets to move inside the top five.
Rashid Khan is considering his future in the BBL amid a furious reaction from Afghanistan cricket over Australia's withdrawal from an ODI series in March.
Cricket Australia has signed a seven-year $1.512 billion TV rights deal with Foxtel and Seven, which will include a reduction in the Big Bash League season.
Sydney Thunder have climbed to second on the BBL ladder after big-hitting Daniel Sams and Alex Hales set up a 129-run victory over the Renegades in Melbourne.
A brilliant half-century from Sydney Thunder's Sam Billings helped his side beat the previously unbeaten Perth Scorchers by 34 runs in the BBL at Manuka Oval.
