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.
Canberra is set to host its first Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) match in three years when Sydney Thunder hosts Melbourne Renegades at Manuka Oval on Tuesday 15 November  Â
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.
The BBL will be returning to Manuka Oval for two blockbuster clashes with the Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder both securing home finals.
Border restrictions have forced both teams out of NSW with...