The England and Wales Cricket Board aims to finalize the sale of eight Hundred franchises by the end of April, pushing through delays mainly due to broadcasting rights negotiations. CEO Richard Gould emphasized that while valuation isn't an issue, overseas TV rights represent a challenge given differing market dynamics. Furthermore, the ECB is initiating another review of the domestic cricket schedule, learning from historical reviews. This time the counties will lead the review, with anticipated changes aimed for 2026 to address concerns about the volume of cricket played.
The high valuations are not delaying negotiations, but future broadcasting rights are a sticking point; overseas TV rights require different strategies across markets.
A thorough review of the domestic cricket schedule will involve county input, with hopes for real change to reduce the cricket calendar significantly by 2026.
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