May 11, 2026 3:46 PM
New Zealand delays launch of new NZ20 league to 2027-28 season amid scheduling concerns
New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has postponed the proposed launch of its new men’s and women’s T20 league, NZ20, with the competition now expected to begin during the 2027-28 home summer instead of early 2027. NZC had earlier identified NZ20 as its preferred long-term model for domestic T20 cricket and has since held discussions with prospective investors and stakeholders regarding the tournament’s structure and establishment. While considerable progress has been made across several operational...