Archive · 27 Oct 2025
BBL Could Attract Kohli, Sharma Post-Retirement
The CEO of Cricket Australia hinted that Indian cricket stars like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma could play in the Big Bash League (BBL) after they retire from international and IPL cricket.
This idea follows the signing of Ravichandran Ashwin.
The BBL might need private investment to afford these high-profile players.
Currently, active IPL players are not eligible.
It depends on various factors such as timing, legacy, and player preference.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma recently played their last ODI match in Australia.
Cricket Australia CEO discussed the possibility of attracting Indian cricket stars.
Ravichandran Ashwin's signing highlights the potential for attracting Indian players.
Private investment in BBL could facilitate the signing of top Indian players.
Active IPL players are currently off-limits for BBL.
- Who
- Cricket Australia CEO, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Ravichandran Ashwin
- What
- Discussion of potential BBL participation.
- When
- Short to medium term
- Where
- Australia (BBL)
- Why
- To gauge the potential of attracting Indian cricket stars.
Player Availability
League Ambitions
Current Status
Player Availability
Active IPL players are currently not eligible.
League Ambitions
BBL aims to attract top Indian talent, potentially post-retirement.
- Event
- Big Bash League (BBL)
- Focus
- Potential player signings
- Players Mentioned
- Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Ravichandran Ashwin
- CEO's Stance
- Open to possibility
