Archive · 30 Sep 2025
Clarke Hopes BBL Opens Doors for Indian Players
Former Australian captain Michael Clarke wants more Indian cricket players to play in the Big Bash League (BBL) in Australia.
He hopes Ravichandran Ashwin playing for Sydney Thunder will open the door for other Indian players.
Clarke thinks the exposure to the Indian Premier League (IPL) helps young Indian players handle pressure well, which helps them in international games.
He also noted India's impressive win in the Asia Cup 2025, crediting their ability to perform under pressure, something learned in tournaments like the IPL.
India will play Australia in a T20I series in October.
Michael Clarke hopes more Indian players will play in the BBL.
Ravichandran Ashwin is the first Indian male player signed to a BBL franchise.
Clarke believes IPL experience helps Indian players excel in international cricket.
He praised India's performance in the Asia Cup 2025.
India will play a T20I series against Australia in October.
- Who
- Michael Clarke
- What
- Hopes Indian players get more opportunities in BBL
- When
- October 2024 (T20I series), During Asia Cup 2025
- Where
- Australia (BBL), Asia Cup
- Why
- To give more Indian players international cricket exposure and experience.
- Player Signed
- Ravichandran Ashwin
- Team
- Sydney Thunder
- Tournament
- Big Bash League (BBL)
- Clarke's Role
- Former Australian Captain
- India's Win
- Asia Cup 2025