'Loyalty to CSK': Cricket Australia reveals why Chennai Super Kings' Chepauk was chosen to host BBL 2026/27 opener originally appeared on Cricket News. Add Cricket News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Cricket Australia has confirmed Melbourne Renegades will face Perth Scorchers in Chennai to open BBL 16.
Chepauk was chosen partly due to the city's loyalty to CSK, the IPL's most followed franchise on social media.
The December 12 fixture will be the first Big Bash League match played outside Australia.
Cricket Australia has confirmed that the Big Bash League will stage its first-ever fixture outside Australia in Chennai this December, with the choice of venue rooted in the city's deep-seated passion for the game and its unwavering loyalty to Chennai Super Kings. Melbourne Renegades will take on Perth Scorchers at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
Cricket Australia has confirmed Melbourne Renegades will face Perth Scorchers in Chennai to open BBL 16.
Chepauk was chosen partly due to the city's loyalty to CSK, the IPL's most followed franchise on social media.
The December 12 fixture will be the first Big Bash League match played outside Australia.
Cricket Australia has confirmed that the Big Bash League will stage its first-ever fixture outside Australia in Chennai this December, with the choice of venue rooted in the city's deep-seated passion for the game and its unwavering loyalty to Chennai Super Kings. Melbourne Renegades will take on Perth Scorchers at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
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