The CSA has appointed Graeme Smith as commissioner for their T20 league in collaboration with IPL stakeholders. The league, which will feature some of the biggest names in world cricket. Set to begin in January 2023.
Graeme Smith, a former South African captain, has been named commissioner of the CSA’s new T20 league. As South Africa enters the domestic T20 league arena. Test cricket’s most successful skipper Smith will oversee both the cricketing and non-cricketing aspects of the league. This is the first time a former player has led a T20 league.
The proposed league will take place in January and February of 2023. To make room for the league, the CSA has ignored their international commitments, specifically the bilateral ODI series in Australia. Because of his leadership roles and personality on and off the field. The former South African captain is an ideal role model for aspiring cricketers in the country. His experience will be crucial, as he will need to ensure the smooth operation of all operations as well as establish a global brand that attracts viewers year after year.
“I am extremely honored to be entrusted with leading this exciting new venture. I am deeply commit to South African cricket and happy to serve the game as best I can. ” ” I’m excited by the opportunity to deliver the new league. Which I believe will be an extremely competitive product. One that can bring much-needed investment into the game and provide new opportunities for players around the world. More importantly for our SA homegrown talent,” Smith told the media.
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We are determined to provide South African cricket with a valuable, sustainable, and appealing tournament: Graeme Smith
During a process overseen by audit and consulting firm Deloitte, all six participating teams were acquire by IPL franchises. The involvement of IPL franchises will help build the league’s popularity, and the teams will also receive financial backing from Indian owners, which has become a dire necessity for CSA in recent years.
Here are the IPL owners of the SA T20 league’s six franchises.
“So far, the response from stakeholders has been very positive. We’ve made great progress in the early stages. ” ” We are determine to deliver a valuable, long-lasting, and appealing tournament for South African cricket,” the former Proteas captain added.
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