Test Stars Set for BBL; Cowboys Revamp Squad

Australia's Test cricket players will be available for the Big Bash League (BBL) during a two-week window from December 14 to January 25, potentially impacting the tournament's conclusion. The BBL and Women's BBL (WBBL) drafts are addressing critical issues like draft order, player prices, retention picks, and player availability. Squad preparations and updated player lists for the 2025-26 BBL and WBBL seasons continue to be closely monitored. In domestic cricket, a veteran coach is aiming to rejuvenate New South Wales' young squad for the Sheffield Shield. Meanwhile, the North Queensland Cowboys in rugby league are set to debut a revamped squad featuring four international players in 2025 as part of a broader team overhaul.