Other BBL franchises eye private funding while NSW and QLD clubs hesitate

Following the Renegades’ upcoming sale, attention has turned to other franchises that may follow suit. The Hobart Hurricanes, Melbourne Stars and Perth Scorchers have reportedly expressed a willingness to bring private capital into their operations, seeking to unlock additional commercial opportunities and improve on‑field performance.

Conversely, clubs from New South Wales – the Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder – and Queensland’s Brisbane Heat and Adelaide Strikers have shown reluctance to engage in immediate private investment. Sources suggest that these teams are weighing the implications of ownership changes on their existing community ties and long‑term strategic plans.

Cricket Australia has indicated that, once the Renegades transaction is completed, a broader roll‑out of the self‑determination model could be considered for other states. This would give each state association the autonomy to decide the most suitable ownership structure for its franchise, balancing financial inflow with local stakeholder interests.