IPL's shadow over County Cricket - Could this be the end of Pakistan players involvement?

[MenInG]

As per Daily Telegraph - GMR, co-owners of IPL team Delhi Capitals, in talks to buy Hampshire CCC. Interesting year ahead for English cricket.

We've seen in the SA20 what IPL influence can do to Pakistan player involvement in similar leagues.

Could this be the start of the end of Pakistan involvement in County Cricket?

Or the pressure of local populations win over IPL/Indian pressure to undermine Pakistan?

 

[Cricket Warrior]

Means we can expect cheerleaders in county cricket too

 

[Asad T]

In the UK, can't you sue for discrimination?

 

[ElRaja]

strange turn of events, i dont think a league franchise has ever bought out a first class team before. im guessing they want to use the blast as a prep tournament for their non indian players. or maybe as a feeder team for young English talent.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

As per Daily Telegraph - GMR, co-owners of IPL team Delhi Capitals, in talks to buy Hampshire CCC. Interesting year ahead for English cricket.

We've seen in the SA20 what IPL influence can do to Pakistan player involvement in similar leagues.

Could this be the start of the end of Pakistan involvement in County Cricket?

Or the pressure of local populations win over IPL/Indian pressure to undermine Pakistan?

Bad news for Pak players they might now miss another traditional frontier where they used to hone their skills.

 

[Asad T]

Some more colour over this deal:

The principal shareholder of Hampshire County Cricket Club is reportedly in advanced discussions to sell his majority stake to the co-owners of the Indian Premier League team Delhi Capitals. It is understood that Rod Bransgrove is nearing an agreement to sell to the GMR Group, a part-owner of Delhi Capitals. This potential deal could mark a significant milestone, making Hampshire the first county cricket club to be owned by an overseas franchise.

Insiders suggest that the advantages for GMR in acquiring a county include gaining a foothold in English cricket, the opportunity to nurture and develop their own players, and a "first-mover advantage" when Hundred franchises become available for investment. The ECB is exploring options, including potentially handing over a 50% share in the Hundred teams, such as Southern Brave in the case of the Ageas Bowl, to the host county for sale to investors.

The business, encompassing the Ageas Bowl, a hotel, golf course, and the club, was valued at around £100 million, but carries a debt of £60 million, as per the book "Back From The Brink" detailing Bransgrove's tenure. Despite stepping down as chairman, Bransgrove remains the majority shareholder with over 60% of the shares.

Hampshire, along with Northamptonshire and Durham, are not member-owned counties, allowing Bransgrove to sell without requiring fan input. It is anticipated that more counties may shift away from the member-owned model in the evolving landscape of the cricketing world.

Bransgrove, known for his contributions over 23 years, is seeking to sell his shares, as indicated in an open letter to fans upon his recent departure. GMR Group, with a cricket portfolio globally, including a 50% share in Delhi Capitals, appears poised to make history with this potential acquisition.

The impending opening up of the Hundred to private investment later this year, including participation from IPL franchises, seems likely. Nick Pike, the successor to Bransgrove, acknowledged the significant money in the game, particularly in the subcontinent, emphasizing the need for recognition.

This isn't the first time Hampshire has had a connection to an IPL team; they previously partnered with the Rajasthan Royals between 2010 and 2013. A spokesperson for Hampshire confirmed ongoing detailed negotiations but emphasized the confidentiality of the discussions, refraining from further comment until formal agreements are reached. Bransgrove and Hampshire were both approached for comments but have not responded at this time.

 

[cricketjoshila]

In the UK, can't you sue for discrimination?

Is there a rule in UK that you must hire a Pakistani player?

 

[DeadlyVenom]

Hopefully the ECB block it.

Forget India and Pakistan.

Some faceless corporation buying a historic county gives me a feeling of dread.

 

[Asad T]

Is there a rule in UK that you must hire a Pakistani player?

Rules (implicit or otherwise) barring certain nationals from employment is still grounds for discrimination in the West.

 

[kingusama92]

Is there a rule in UK that you must hire a Pakistani player?

No, but they would get sued if it was proven the owners had a discriminatory policy. You would need every staff member on board with the plan.

"Race discrimination, illegal in the UK since 1976, arises when someone is unfairly disadvantaged for reasons related to their race which, in the Equality Act 2010, includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins."

If Indian ownership would want to implement this, they are essentially hoping the English staff keeps their mouth shut and there are no leaks about their teamwide policy against Pakistani players. It's a lot easier in India because it's a government policy so the IPL owners don't have to think about it.

 

[BouncerGuy]

Until sports are separated from politics, this kind of discrimination will happen no matter what franchise or county cricket it is. Now, IPL owners are interested in buying the county teams, in my opinion, soon the Pakistan players will vanish from these county teams.

 

[rpant_gabba]

No, but they would get sued if it was proven the owners had a discriminatory policy. You would need every staff member on board with the plan.

"Race discrimination, illegal in the UK since 1976, arises when someone is unfairly disadvantaged for reasons related to their race which, in the Equality Act 2010, includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins."

If Indian ownership would want to implement this, they are essentially hoping the English staff keeps their mouth shut and there are no leaks about their teamwide policy against Pakistani players. It's a lot easier in India because it's a government policy so the IPL owners don't have to think about it.

help me undestand. Doesn't one need to be citizen or need a work permit to work in england. work permits are granted in US after having a job offer.

Unless pak citizens have carte blanche work permit in UK, how will that work?

 

[Major]

Naa, in countries like UK there are laws.

Plus pakistani players have played for Indian teams like Mohammad Hasnain playing for Shah Rukh Khan's team in some caribean league

 

[AMSS]

No, but they would get sued if it was proven the owners had a discriminatory policy. You would need every staff member on board with the plan.

"Race discrimination, illegal in the UK since 1976, arises when someone is unfairly disadvantaged for reasons related to their race which, in the Equality Act 2010, includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins."

If Indian ownership would want to implement this, they are essentially hoping the English staff keeps their mouth shut and there are no leaks about their teamwide policy against Pakistani players. It's a lot easier in India because it's a government policy so the IPL owners don't have to think about it.

Explain Wimbledon's ban on russian players.

 

[DeadlyVenom]

Explain Wimbledon's ban on russian players.

Who are the team owners/employers in Wimbledon?

 

[kingusama92]

Explain Wimbledon's ban on russian players.

Those are completely different things.

Wimbledon has government approval to bar Russian players.

It's literally what they wrote in their statement "On 20 April, citing "guidance set out by the UK Government", the AELTC announced that Russian and Belarusian players would not be permitted to play at the upcoming Wimbledon Championships."

I specifically mentioned how the IPL has the Indian government's approval to bar Pakistani athletes. They will not have the same approval in the UK.

 

[kingusama92]

help me undestand. Doesn't one need to be citizen or need a work permit to work in england. work permits are granted in US after having a job offer.

Unless pak citizens have carte blanche work permit in UK, how will that work?

You are assuming a Pakistani player needs to be officially denied for this to be a problem.

A club can't have discriminatory policies like this.

If one of the management officials, scouts, coaches, or captain one day slips and suggests their ownership told them to not select Pakistani players, this is not only a discrimination case against the club but also the ECB. It's a lot of risk for the ownership to take.

 

[Major]

its pathetic to see some indian posters finding justifications and ways for discrimination to take place.

 

[cricketjoshila]

This is one c

No, but they would get sued if it was proven the owners had a discriminatory policy. You would need every staff member on board with the plan.

"Race discrimination, illegal in the UK since 1976, arises when someone is unfairly disadvantaged for reasons related to their race which, in the Equality Act 2010, includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins."

If Indian ownership would want to implement this, they are essentially hoping the English staff keeps their mouth shut and there are no leaks about their teamwide policy against Pakistani players. It's a lot easier in India because it's a government policy so the IPL owners don't have to think about it.

They will ask for a shortlist of 5 players and then sign 2 of them. The decision will be taken by the ownership group. Is there anyway to prove that they did it on the basis of nationality?

Secondly as UK based companies in India have refused to do business with Russian entities due to sanctions similar sanctions on Pakistan by India is enforced on Indian companies.

Lastly if the UK tries to forces any Indian to hire pakistanis for county teams, they will simply walk away from UK cricket. The loss will of English cricket. Ofcourse there may be visible backlash against UK in India and the GoI may be forced to tighten screws on UK companies.

There are a lot of pieces to consider if any country tries to force any Indian team owner to hire pakistani cricketers. There is a reason why SA20, ILT20 etc are quiet about this.

 

[cricketjoshila]

You are assuming a Pakistani player needs to be officially denied for this to be a problem.

A club can't have discriminatory policies like this.

If one of the management officials, scouts, coaches, or captain one day slips and suggests their ownership told them to not select Pakistani players, this is not only a discrimination case against the club but also the ECB. It's a lot of risk for the ownership to take.

Pakistanis will be foreign players. There may be one spot for them in a team.

The owners will simply ask for a number of players as shortlist and then not choose a Pakistani from it.

The foreign player will most likely someone associated with their team from one of the leagues. And hence pakistanis will not get a chance.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Rules (implicit or otherwise) barring certain nationals from employment is still grounds for discrimination in the West.

You have to prove it.

Here the owners will simply select one of the foreign players from one of their other teams.

 

[ads101]

Means we can expect cheerleaders in county cricket too

If they are, it means those cheerleaders will be working harder than the cricketers themselves. Imagine cheering for 5 days straight

 

[cricketjoshila]

Those are completely different things.

Wimbledon has government approval to bar Russian players.

It's literally what they wrote in their statement "On 20 April, citing "guidance set out by the UK Government", the AELTC announced that Russian and Belarusian players would not be permitted to play at the upcoming Wimbledon Championships."

I specifically mentioned how the IPL has the Indian government's approval to bar Pakistani athletes. They will not have the same approval in the UK.

India based companies will have to follow laws of their parent country.

UK will be called out for their hypocrisy.

 

[msb314]

This is one c


They will ask for a shortlist of 5 players and then sign 2 of them. The decision will be taken by the ownership group. Is there anyway to prove that they did it on the basis of nationality?

Secondly as UK based companies in India have refused to do business with Russian entities due to sanctions similar sanctions on Pakistan by India is enforced on Indian companies.

Lastly if the UK tries to forces any Indian to hire pakistanis for county teams, they will simply walk away from UK cricket. The loss will of English cricket. Ofcourse there may be visible backlash against UK in India and the GoI may be forced to tighten screws on UK companies.

There are a lot of pieces to consider if any country tries to force any Indian team owner to hire pakistani cricketers. There is a reason why SA20, ILT20 etc are quiet about this.

That is not correct - there are no sanctions imposed by Pakistan Govt on Indian entities and vice versa is true as well..

Only social media pushes “boycotts” at their whims..

 

[RidiculousMan]

As per Daily Telegraph - GMR, co-owners of IPL team Delhi Capitals, in talks to buy Hampshire CCC. Interesting year ahead for English cricket.

We've seen in the SA20 what IPL influence can do to Pakistan player involvement in similar leagues.

Could this be the start of the end of Pakistan involvement in County Cricket?

Or the pressure of local populations win over IPL/Indian pressure to undermine Pakistan?

If it goes that way. I don't see how local population can prevent that through pressure

 

[RidiculousMan]

Is there a rule in UK that you must hire a Pakistani player?

Shouldn't there be a law / rule anywhere in the world that you can't discriminate against a nation or people?

 

[MenInG]

So, an IPL owner employing Pakistanis - won't sit pretty with the BJP crowd back home.

Not sure GMR guys have thought this one through properly.

 

[cricketjoshila]

So, an IPL owner employing Pakistanis - won't sit pretty with the BJP crowd back home.

Not sure GMR guys have thought this one through properly.

Why BJP crowd?

Seems there is some confusion among foreigners that feelings against Pakistan is limited to BJP in India.

 

[cricketjoshila]

That is not correct - there are no sanctions imposed by Pakistan Govt on Indian entities and vice versa is true as well..

Only social media pushes “boycotts” at their whims..

There are sanctions. That's why Pakistanis don't get work visa to India.

 

[FearlessRoar]

There are sanctions. That's why Pakistanis don't get work visa to India.

And Pakistanis don't need a work visa from India, lol. If you are talking about the IPL, yes, of course, as athletes and cricket enthusiasts, they want to play in the IPL, but they have the PSL and other leagues to participate in, so it is not affecting them.

 

[Major]

Why BJP crowd?

Seems there is some confusion among foreigners that feelings against Pakistan is limited to BJP in India.

because the BJP fans always find ways to defend discrimination

 

[Kianig89]

And Test cricket is alive, slow poison for international cricket good for future generations bad for fans.

 

[msb314]

There are sanctions. That's why Pakistanis don't get work visa to India.

Not officially.

Whilst India abides by UN sanctions - they have only imposed sanctions twice. First time against SAF during the Apartheid era and then against Fiji in the 1990’s.

Even during Balakot - India removed NPT status for Pakistan and Pakistan reduced trade and downgraded diplomatic relations after Article 370 was revoked..

BUT neither country ever imposed sanctions on each other

 

[HitWicket]

India based companies will have to follow laws of their parent country.

UK will be called out for their hypocrisy.

Yeah that's not how this works at all... They won't be an Indian based company.

 

[JaDed]

I doubt that’s how it will work, I’m certain Jaguar employs Pakistanis.

Plus how many county teams are there?
Corporate India is a truth anyway that will mostly keep rising.

 

[JaDed]

Who are the team owners/employers in Wimbledon?

AELTC.. they profit from Wimbledon and are also a private company per se.

 

[DeadlyVenom]

AELTC.. they profit from Wimbledon and are also a private company per se.

They had to reverse their decision for the next wimbledon otherwise they would have lost in court.

 

[HitWicket]

I doubt that’s how it will work, I’m certain Jaguar employs Pakistanis.

Plus how many county teams are there?
Corporate India is a truth anyway that will mostly keep rising.

There are 18 counties but only 3 are currently structured in a way that allows external investment.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Not officially.

Whilst India abides by UN sanctions - they have only imposed sanctions twice. First time against SAF during the Apartheid era and then against Fiji in the 1990’s.

Even during Balakot - India removed NPT status for Pakistan and Pakistan reduced trade and downgraded diplomatic relations after Article 370 was revoked..

BUT neither country ever imposed sanctions on each other

It is official when you say work visas for Pakistanis won't be granted.

 

[cricketjoshila]

I doubt that’s how it will work, I’m certain Jaguar employs Pakistanis.

Plus how many county teams are there?
Corporate India is a truth anyway that will mostly keep rising.

Jaguar hires Pakistanis? Or are you talking about dual nationality British Pakistanis?

 

[cricketjoshila]

Yeah that's not how this works at all... They won't be an Indian based company.

GMR is a India based company. Their billions come from India.

They will have to follow diktats of the Indian government.

As i said, if they are forced to hire pakistanis they will simply walkout of the UK.

That's financial loss for English cricket. Indian investors are being welcomed around the cricketing world.

 

[rpant_gabba]

You are assuming a Pakistani player needs to be officially denied for this to be a problem.

A club can't have discriminatory policies like this.

If one of the management officials, scouts, coaches, or captain one day slips and suggests their ownership told them to not select Pakistani players, this is not only a discrimination case against the club but also the ECB. It's a lot of risk for the ownership to take.

My question is more about the work permit process for UK.

Can you enter UK on a tourist visa and then try to get employment?

I there a "green card" equivalent in the UK?

If it is not spelled out and they simply choose 2 out of 5 shortlisted players, how do you prove discrimination?

Not saying it is going to happen

 

[HitWicket]

GMR is a India based company. Their billions come from India.

They will have to follow diktats of the Indian government.

As i said, if they are forced to hire pakistanis they will simply walkout of the UK.

That's financial loss for English cricket. Indian investors are being welcomed around the cricketing world.

Firstly, a UK company having an Indian shareholder doesn't make it an Indian company.

Secondly, companies have to follow the laws of the country they're operating in. In this case it would be a UK company operating in the UK anyway.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Firstly, a UK company having an Indian shareholder doesn't make it an Indian company.

Secondly, companies have to follow the laws of the country they're operating in. In this case it would be a UK company operating in the UK anyway.

They will be the controlling shareholder of the company.

Secondly as long as GMR is based in India any and all of their operations anywhere will follow diktats of the Indian government.

 

[HitWicket]

They will be the controlling shareholder of the company.

Which still wouldn't make it an Indian company.

Secondly as long as GMR is based in India any and all of their operations anywhere will follow diktats of the Indian government.

Again, Hampshire cricket would be a UK company operating in the UK. The fact that one of their shareholders is Indian doesn't permit the company to break UK law.

 

[kingusama92]

This is one c


They will ask for a shortlist of 5 players and then sign 2 of them. The decision will be taken by the ownership group. Is there anyway to prove that they did it on the basis of nationality?

Secondly as UK based companies in India have refused to do business with Russian entities due to sanctions similar sanctions on Pakistan by India is enforced on Indian companies.

Lastly if the UK tries to forces any Indian to hire pakistanis for county teams, they will simply walk away from UK cricket. The loss will of English cricket. Ofcourse there may be visible backlash against UK in India and the GoI may be forced to tighten screws on UK companies.

There are a lot of pieces to consider if any country tries to force any Indian team owner to hire pakistani cricketers. There is a reason why SA20, ILT20 etc are quiet about this.

My question is more about the work permit process for UK.

Can you enter UK on a tourist visa and then try to get employment?

I there a "green card" equivalent in the UK?

If it is not spelled out and they simply choose 2 out of 5 shortlisted players, how do you prove discrimination?

Not saying it is going to happen

I just found out we are wasting our time discussing this.

GMR Group already hires Pakistani cricketers on their other teams.

Dubai Capitals owned by GMR Group played Pakistani cricketers in their squad. They also played Imad Wasim with the Seattle Orcas.

 

[MenInG]

I just found out we are wasting our time discussing this.

GMR Group already hires Pakistani cricketers on their other teams.

Dubai Capitals owned by GMR Group played Pakistani cricketers in their squad. They also played Imad Wasim with the Seattle Orcas.

That's great news but this acquisition will open doors for other IPL firms to get their teeth into English cricket, so the discussion is still valid.

 

[DeadlyVenom]

They will be the controlling shareholder of the company.

Secondly as long as GMR is based in India any and all of their operations anywhere will follow diktats of the Indian government.

Can they legally pay the Hampshire employees the Indian minimum wage?

Will Hampshire legally be required to close on Indian republic day since I believe its forbidden for Indian companies to work on this day?

 

[kingusama92]

That's great news but this acquisition will open doors for other IPL firms to get their teeth into English cricket, so the discussion is still valid.

Definitely valid.

Your point is true that multiple IPL owners can start dictating terms through majority opinion. It becomes a lot easier to assert their opinions in those circumstances and the ECB will have to be wary. Cricket South Africa is noticing this right now with the SAT20 but is happy with the new money.

 

[cricketjoshila]

I just found out we are wasting our time discussing this.

GMR Group already hires Pakistani cricketers on their other teams.

Dubai Capitals owned by GMR Group played Pakistani cricketers in their squad. They also played Imad Wasim with the Seattle Orcas.

Those players are signed as local players. Representing UAE or USA.

Just like pakistanis like Azhar Mahmood played the IPL.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Can they legally pay the Hampshire employees the Indian minimum wage?

Will Hampshire legally be required to close on Indian republic day since I believe its forbidden for Indian companies to work on this day?

If owners decide to have a holiday on 26th January will anyone stop them?

If GMR faces issues with the Indian government will they hire Pakistanis?

They can surely hire a dual national.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Definitely valid.

Your point is true that multiple IPL owners can start dictating terms through majority opinion. It becomes a lot easier to assert their opinions in those circumstances and the ECB will have to be wary. Cricket South Africa is noticing this right now with the SAT20 but is happy with the new money.

And Cricket South Africa isn't bothered about Pakistanis.

Why will GMR give millions into English cricket and also take backlash from Indian government and Indian fans?

Delhi Capitals alone is valued in excess of 1bn USD.

They will simply walk away.

 

[HitWicket]

And Cricket South Africa isn't bothered about Pakistanis.

Why will GMR give millions into English cricket and also take backlash from Indian government and Indian fans?

Delhi Capitals alone is valued in excess of 1bn USD.

They will simply walk away.

Then good riddance to them if that's the case. There's a good chance the purchase gets vetoed as it is, if GMR are a bunch of racist crooks and demand the company be allowed to violate UK law then that decision just becomes more likely.

 

[DeadlyVenom]

If owners decide to have a holiday on 26th January will anyone stop them?

If GMR faces issues with the Indian government will they hire Pakistanis?

They can surely hire a dual national.

They can decide to close whenever they like of course...but they will be bound by UK labour laws not Indian and will only give stuatory holidays based on UK laws.

No foreign company in any country follows the laws of their origin. The fact that you think it is the case is troubling.

GMR will have to make a choice, toe the line with India or obey UK laws.

I suspect that they will create some UK based holding company if the GOI is in an oppressive mood.

 

[kingusama92]

Those players are signed as local players. Representing UAE or USA.

Just like pakistanis like Azhar Mahmood played the IPL.

You make a good point.

All of them are dual citizens. I didn't realize this but Nauman is a US citizen and Imad was born in Wales. Imad should try applying for the IPL now.

From what I can tell, Indian companies won't take Pakistani players on their teams in the MLC or the ILT20. However, they do want them in their leagues like Shaheen and Shadab. Seems like a nice advantage for the non-Indian owners as they can grab the top Pakistani players without competition. This sort of answers the question that Indian owners (even in a majority) will not completely cut Pakistani players.

 

[kingusama92]

And Cricket South Africa isn't bothered about Pakistanis.

Why will GMR give millions into English cricket and also take backlash from Indian government and Indian fans?

Delhi Capitals alone is valued in excess of 1bn USD.

They will simply walk away.

I haven't looked into it but weren't Pakistani players playing in the CPL for Indian owners?

It must be based on each league and how much money they're generating. I can't imagine the backlash being that much for what's happening overseas.

 

[IMMY69]

I haven't looked into it but weren't Pakistani players playing in the CPL for Indian owners?

It must be based on each league and how much money they're generating. I can't imagine the backlash being that much for what's happening overseas.

How much money the leagues are generating?
You mean like when India plays Pakistan in ICC tournaments and then blanks them for bi laterals?

It's all hypocrisy and I'm still astounded by how many Indians buy into it

 

[rpant_gabba]

You make a good point.

All of them are dual citizens. I didn't realize this but Nauman is a US citizen and Imad was born in Wales. Imad should try applying for the IPL now.

From what I can tell, Indian companies won't take Pakistani players on their teams in the MLC or the ILT20. However, they do want them in their leagues like Shaheen and Shadab. Seems like a nice advantage for the non-Indian owners as they can grab the top Pakistani players without competition. This sort of answers the question that Indian owners (even in a majority) will not completely cut Pakistani players.

That was what I was getting at with my question about work permit. Dual nationals won't be an issue.

 

[gazza619]

Doesnt matter.
County cricket does zilch for pakistan cricket.

As a matter of fact Wasim, Waqar, Saqi & Mushi would have twice the wickets if they hadnt wasted energy in county cricket.

 

[cricketjoshila]

You make a good point.

All of them are dual citizens. I didn't realize this but Nauman is a US citizen and Imad was born in Wales. Imad should try applying for the IPL now.

From what I can tell, Indian companies won't take Pakistani players on their teams in the MLC or the ILT20. However, they do want them in their leagues like Shaheen and Shadab. Seems like a nice advantage for the non-Indian owners as they can grab the top Pakistani players without competition. This sort of answers the question that Indian owners (even in a majority) will not completely cut Pakistani players.

Imad Wasim has a good chance in the IPL.

Amir would have played the IPL already if not for his history.

Shaheen is slated to play for Vipers in ILT20.

If GMR buys Hampshire, expect one of their players from the other leagues to play for Hampshire.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Doesnt matter.
County cricket does zilch for pakistan cricket.

As a matter of fact Wasim, Waqar, Saqi & Mushi would have twice the wickets if they hadnt wasted energy in county cricket.

It's good for couple of seasons. You learn somethings and polish your skills.

 

[cricketjoshila]

According to a report in the 'Daily Telegraph', based on the terms of an agreement that has been passed to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), the GMR Group, one of the owners of Delhi Capitals, will take full ownership of the English County Club Hampshire. The Indian multinational conglomerate will also own 51 per cent stake in The Hundred franchise, Southern Brave, with the option of completing a 100 per cent ownership.

It was the 'Daily Telegraph' that first reported about the possibility of this move by Delhi Capitals back in January this year after rumours emerged that the ECB was exploring opening up 50 per cent stakes in a few Hundred teams, and giving host counties the option to sell their shares.

Former Hampshire chairman Rod Bransgrove, who was in charge of the club for 23 years, stepped down from his position last year but continued to hold more than 60 per cent of the shares. However, with Hampshire being among the three counties, besides Northamptonshire and Durham, that are not member-owned, Bransgrove had the option to sell his stakes "without fan input."

The report further revealed that Delhi Capitals beat fellow IPL franchise Lucknow Super Giants with an offer of £120 million, which includes the club’s debts of around £60 million. It appeared, Hampshire's value went up from £100 million during the process of negotiation, and the high valuation due to their impressive international fixture list and strong ticket sales secured by owner Rod Bransgrove

Hampshire previously collaborated with another IPL franchise, Rajasthan Royals, between 2010 and 2013, participating in T20 cricket as Hampshire Royals. GMR Group currently holds a 50 per cent stake in Delhi Capitals across both the IPL and the Women's Premier League (WPL). Additionally, they own Dubai Capitals in the UAE's ILT20 and have a share in the USA's Major League Cricket side Seattle Orcas.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/cricket/delhi-capitals-owners-agree-120m-deal-to-buy-hampshire-in-historic-move-101722573118939-amp.html

 

[U$ofA]

And so it begins in England now. IPL spreading its wings into another territory. It has already has Middle East, WI, SA, USA.

Where to next? For sure they don't seem to be interested in PSL, BPL or LPL.

 

[Devadwal]

And so it begins in England now. IPL spreading its wings into another territory. It has already has Middle East, WI, SA, USA.

Where to next? For sure they don't seem to be interested in PSL, BPL or LPL.

They are not interested in PSL because of India - Pakistan politics but BPL and LPL are low grade league .

If india - Pakistan relation can improve in future than we can see indian businessman intrested in PSL too .

 

[Bhaijaan]

This could be another powerful step from the Rashtra in its pledge to impose international isolation on Pakistan. But they will have to be subtle and smart about this. Ideal way would be to buy out the top counties, honour any existing contacts but to not give away any more contracts.

Cruel world but necessary for a better world.

 

[Nikhil_cric]

Way Pakistan cricket is going, they'll stop getting bids long before India can de facto ban them.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Way Pakistan cricket is going, they'll stop getting bids long before India can de facto ban them.

Apparently GMR will look to hire players from their other teams for Hampshire and 100 team.

 

[DeadlyVenom]

Another death knell for this beautiful game.

Even the country that is the spiritual home of cricket is not safe from Indians

 

[cricketjoshila]

Another death knell for this beautiful game.

Even the country that is the spiritual home of cricket is not safe from Indians

Only the start, may be convince a few brits or better brit pakistanis to invest and buy teams.

 

[U$ofA]

Another death knell for this beautiful game.

Even the country that is the spiritual home of cricket is not safe from Indians

Only the start, may be convince a few brits or better brit pakistanis to invest and buy teams.

There was a thread a few years ago, where the poster advocated something along the lines of the ICC own/contract all the players. The ICC pays the players, and creates the teams. Something similar to that. I don't fully remember.

Perhaps that poster may get his wish. Just that instead of the ICC the IPL might end up owning all the players!

 

[cricketjoshila]

There was a thread a few years ago, where the poster advocated something along the lines of the ICC own/contract all the players. The ICC pays the players, and creates the teams. Something similar to that. I don't fully remember.

Perhaps that poster may get his wish. Just that instead of the ICC the IPL might end up owning all the players!

Doubt IPL will like to deal with PCB.