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Leagues like ILT20 'not good for the game' - Graeme Smith


Published on 2025-01-08 10:05:20 - MSN
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  • SA20 commissioner talks up SA20's investment in local cricket, saying "We see ourselves as very different to the ILT20. We're a South African league, with a majority of South African players"

The article discusses former South African cricketer Graeme Smith's views on the proliferation of T20 cricket leagues like the ILT20 (International League T20). Smith, who is now the commissioner of the SA20 league, expresses concern that the increasing number of such leagues could be detrimental to the sport. He highlights the potential for player burnout due to the packed schedules and the challenge of maintaining the quality of cricket when players are spread too thin across various leagues. Smith also touches on the financial allure of these leagues, which might draw players away from international cricket, potentially affecting the prestige and development of the game at the national level. He suggests that while these leagues bring excitement and innovation to cricket, there needs to be a balance to ensure the sustainability and health of the sport globally.

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