The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) has received a request to host the first match of the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) season in Chennai and delegates from Cricket Australia (CA) recently met TNCA officials to talk about holding the opening match at Chepauk stadium. However, TNCA has said that the final decision will be taken by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). A senior TNCA official said that the Australian group, which included two BBL representatives and one CA official, visited Chennai last week to discuss the idea.&nbsp;&nbsp;The TNCA made it clear that the match cannot go ahead without approval from the BCCI and for now, the decision rests with the Indian board.&nbsp;&nbsp;"We have heard their proposal and are fully aware of our jurisdiction. The TNCA has left the matter to the BCCI. We have made it clear to the Australian delegation that without BCCI approval, the plan cannot move forward," a TNCA official said. The ball is in the BCCI court," according to the reports from Cricbuzz.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/los-angeles-mayor-calls-for-2028-olympic-games-la28-chief-organiser-casey-wasserman-to-step-down-over-epstein-files-1771334180848">Los Angeles mayor calls for LA28 chief organiser to step down over Epstein files</a>&nbsp;If the plan gets approval, the match could be played in December. So far, the BCCI has not given any clear response and is believed to be carefully reviewing the situation. &nbsp;&nbsp;According to a report by Australian outlet SEN, this move is part of a wider strategy to connect the Indian market closely with the BBL. This comes at a time when at least two of the league’s eight teams are expected to be put up for sale.&nbsp;&nbsp;"The bold ambition is part of a wider strategy to intertwine the lucrative Indian market with the BBL ahead of a near-certain sale for at least two of its eight franchises," a report in Australian media outlet SEN read.&nbsp;According to reports, the Perth Scorchers are likely to be one of the teams considered for the Chennai match. The time difference between Western Australia and India is only about two and a half hours, which makes scheduling easier.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Scorchers are also the defending champions, making them strong candidates to play in the opening match, although the BBL does not always start its season with the previous year’s winners.&nbsp;

According to reports, the Perth Scorchers are likely to be one of the teams considered for the Chennai match. The time difference between Western Australia and India is only about two and a half hours, which makes scheduling easier. 

The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) has received a request to host the first match of the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL) season in Chennai and delegates from Cricket Australia (CA) recently met TNCA officials to talk about holding the opening match at Chepauk stadium. However, TNCA has said that the final decision will be taken by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). A senior TNCA official said that the Australian group, which included two BBL representatives and one CA official, visited Chennai last week to discuss the idea. The TNCA made it clear that the match cannot go ahead without approval from the BCCI and for now, the decision rests with the Indian board. "We have heard their proposal and are fully aware of our jurisdiction. The TNCA has left the matter to the BCCI. We have made it clear to the Australian delegation that without BCCI approval, the plan cannot move forward," a TNCA official said. The ball is in the BCCI court," according to the reports from Cricbuzz. Also Read - Los Angeles mayor calls for LA28 chief organiser to step down over Epstein files If the plan gets approval, the match could be played in December. So far, the BCCI has not given any clear response and is believed to be carefully reviewing the situation. According to a report by Australian outlet SEN, this move is part of a wider strategy to connect the Indian market closely with the BBL. This comes at a time when at least two of the league’s eight teams are expected to be put up for sale. "The bold ambition is part of a wider strategy to intertwine the lucrative Indian market with the BBL ahead of a near-certain sale for at least two of its eight franchises," a report in Australian media outlet SEN read. According to reports, the Perth Scorchers are likely to be one of the teams considered for the Chennai match. The time difference between Western Australia and India is only about two and a half hours, which makes scheduling easier. The Scorchers are also the defending champions, making them strong candidates to play in the opening match, although the BBL does not always start its season with the previous year’s winners.

According to reports, the Perth Scorchers are likely to be one of the teams considered for the Chennai match. The time difference between Western Australia and India is only about two and a half hours, which makes scheduling easier.&nbsp;

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IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings have announced a commitment of INR 7 lakh each to five veteran cricketers from Tamil Nadu.&nbsp;

The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association had organized a one-time payment of INR 5 lakh to cricketers, groundsmen, authorities and others from the cricketing fraternity to perceive their commitment towards the development of the game. The choice made by CSK is on the side of TNCA's work.&nbsp;

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CSK unveiled their aim to perceive veterans of the game from the 1950s and 1960s who didn't get a lot of financial advantage in that period.&nbsp;

"As it is well known, cricketers in the early ’50s and ’60s did not get much monetary benefit playing the game that we all love so much. CSK whose home base is Chennai, Tamil Nadu have come forward to show their love and respect to these veterans and will be contributing Rs. 7 Lakhs each to some of the veteran cricketers," Chennai Super Kings management said in a press release.

The recipients include - K R Rajagopal: A standout batsman and wicketkeeper who played for Tamil Nadu. He was particularly unfortunate to miss out the 1967 Indian group visit to Australia just barely despite his productive scores in that year's Domestic competitions, accumulating almost 800 runs in the Ranji Trophy.&nbsp;

Najam Hussain: An all-rounder who played for Mysore and Madras in the 1960s scored every century for Mysore against Hyderabad in a memorable match that made a world record without precedent for a very long time of cricket.&nbsp;

S V S Mani: He played for Tamil NaduSouth Zone close by legends like VV Kumar, S Venkataraghavan, AG Milkha Singh, Jaisimha, Prasanna and AG Kripal Singh and was in the Test Reserve of the Indian group.&nbsp;

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R Prabhakar: A Tamil Nadu Ranji player who frequently opened the bowling with his medium-pace cutters and batted well down the order. His 160 thump in 30 overs of the Hindu Trophy included 16 sixes and fourteen fours is as yet carved in the personalities of individuals who saw the knock.&nbsp;

K Parthasarathy: A mainstream Curator of M A Chidambaram stadium from 1973 till his retirement in 2013. He has curated coordinates in all formats including three World Cup matches, four Women's World Cup matches, India 'A' series games, and was likewise connected with the tied Test in 1986.

IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings have announced a commitment of INR 7 lakh each to five veteran cricketers from Tamil Nadu. The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association had organized a one-time payment of INR 5 lakh to cricketers, groundsmen, authorities and others from the cricketing fraternity to perceive their commitment towards the development of the game.

IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings have announced a commitment of INR 7 lakh each to five veteran cricketers from Tamil Nadu. The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association had organized a one-time payment of INR 5 lakh to cricketers, groundsmen, authorities and others from the cricketing fraternity to perceive their commitment towards the development of the game. The choice made by CSK is on the side of TNCA's work. ALSO READ: Cricket: New Zealand announces squad for T20 World Cup and Bangladesh, Pakistan tours CSK unveiled their aim to perceive veterans of the game from the 1950s and 1960s who didn't get a lot of financial advantage in that period. "As it is well known, cricketers in the early ’50s and ’60s did not get much monetary benefit playing the game that we all love so much. CSK whose home base is Chennai, Tamil Nadu have come forward to show their love and respect to these veterans and will be contributing Rs. 7 Lakhs each to some of the veteran cricketers," Chennai Super Kings management said in a press release. The recipients include - K R Rajagopal: A standout batsman and wicketkeeper who played for Tamil Nadu. He was particularly unfortunate to miss out the 1967 Indian group visit to Australia just barely despite his productive scores in that year's Domestic competitions, accumulating almost 800 runs in the Ranji Trophy. Najam Hussain: An all-rounder who played for Mysore and Madras in the 1960s scored every century for Mysore against Hyderabad in a memorable match that made a world record without precedent for a very long time of cricket. S V S Mani: He played for Tamil NaduSouth Zone close by legends like VV Kumar, S Venkataraghavan, AG Milkha Singh, Jaisimha, Prasanna and AG Kripal Singh and was in the Test Reserve of the Indian group. ALSO READ: Cricket in Olympics? ICC confirms 'intention' to push game's inclusion in Games R Prabhakar: A Tamil Nadu Ranji player who frequently opened the bowling with his medium-pace cutters and batted well down the order. His 160 thump in 30 overs of the Hindu Trophy included 16 sixes and fourteen fours is as yet carved in the personalities of individuals who saw the knock. K Parthasarathy: A mainstream Curator of M A Chidambaram stadium from 1973 till his retirement in 2013. He has curated coordinates in all formats including three World Cup matches, four Women's World Cup matches, India 'A' series games, and was likewise connected with the tied Test in 1986.

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Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi Stadium will remain as the stand by venue for the Indian Premier League's play-offs and the final on May 12 if the impasse with regards to three closed stands at the Chepauk is not over.

The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) has not been able to procure fit certificate for three stands I, J and K from the local municipal corporation since 2012.

"We will have discussions with TNCA as we don't want to deprive Chennai their right of playing at home. But three empty stands is an issue. Hyderabad and Bangalore are the two stand by venues for two play-offs, Eliminator and final," a senior BCCI official told PTI on Monday.

It was also learnt that CoA has asked the steering committee of Players' Association to expedite the process.

"The Players' Association is expected to take shape in the&nbsp;next two weeks. The four-member committee has been told to expedite the process," the official said.

The BCCI has also decided to invite fresh tender for title sponsorship of domestic tournaments and international games in India.

"It will be a fresh process but PayTm can also bid but just like new bidders."&nbsp;

Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi Stadium will remain as the stand by venue for the Indian Premier League's play-offs and the final on May 12 if the impasse with regards to three closed stands at the Chepauk is not over.

Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi Stadium will remain as the stand by venue for the Indian Premier League's play-offs and the final on May 12 if the impasse with regards to three closed stands at the Chepauk is not over. The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) has not been able to procure fit certificate for three stands I, J and K from the local municipal corporation since 2012. "We will have discussions with TNCA as we don't want to deprive Chennai their right of playing at home. But three empty stands is an issue. Hyderabad and Bangalore are the two stand by venues for two play-offs, Eliminator and final," a senior BCCI official told PTI on Monday. It was also learnt that CoA has asked the steering committee of Players' Association to expedite the process. "The Players' Association is expected to take shape in the next two weeks. The four-member committee has been told to expedite the process," the official said. The BCCI has also decided to invite fresh tender for title sponsorship of domestic tournaments and international games in India. "It will be a fresh process but PayTm can also bid but just like new bidders."

Hyderabad on stand by for IPL 2019 final, Players' Association in 2 weeks