The Saudi Ministry of Sports is reportedly planning to start a world-class T20 league to capitalize on the global acceptance of cricket. For this, Saudi Arabia has met with the IPL owners and promised to provide the necessary facilities. Saudi Arabia, which has recently invested heavily in other sports like football and Formula 1, is now behind cricket.
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Currently the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has banned Indian players from participating in foreign leagues. However, it remains to be seen whether the Saudi Arabian government’s proposal for a new T20 league to be established there will change the Indian board’s stance on the matter.
According to a report, the issue has been under discussion for almost a year. But before anything substantial can happen, the league needs to be sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC). ICC Chairman Greg Barclay confirmed Saudi Arabia’s interest in cricket.
If you look at the other sports they are involved in, I think cricket will be attractive to them. Given their foray into sports in general, cricket would suit Saudi Arabia well. They are very keen to invest in sports. Barclay (Greg Barclay) said that the Saudis will be able to move forward considering their regional presence.
Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation Chairman Prince Saud bin Mishal Al Saud told Arab News that our aim is to create a sustainable industry for locals and expatriates living in the country and make Saudi Arabia a global cricket hub.
According to the report, representatives of the Saudi government and businesses are studying India’s cricket operations. The IPL is trying to bring owners and BCCI into their planned Twenty20 league. It is reported that there are also possibilities of holding Asia Cup, one round of IPL matches in Saudi Arabia.
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