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Cricket Business Explained

How cricket actually works as a business — governance, money, and the deals that shape the game.

The Modules

What You Will Learn

Cricket Governance

Structure of ICC and national boards

Economics of Cricket

Revenue streams and broadcasting

Commercial Rights

How rights deals work

Financial Management

Planning and compliance

Event Management

Hosting ICC events

Career Paths

Building a career in sports

Reading

Explainers & Analysis

The $3 Billion Question: How Commercial Rights Transformed Cricket

An insider's perspective on how the negotiation and sale of ICC's commercial rights for 2007–2015 and 2016–2023 cycles changed the financial landscape of world cricket forever.

Commercial Rights 5 min read

Turning Around Zimbabwe Cricket: Lessons in Crisis Management

When I arrived at Zimbabwe Cricket, the organization was in deep financial distress. Here's how we secured funding and brought global cricket back to Harare.

Leadership 1 min read

Questions

Frequently Asked

How do cricket boards make money?

Through broadcasting rights, sponsorships, gate receipts, hospitality, and ICC distributions.

What are ICC commercial rights?

Rights to broadcast, sponsor, and commercially utilise ICC events, sold in multi-year cycles.

What qualifications are needed?

Finance, law, marketing, or sports management backgrounds. Professional qualifications like CA or MBA help.

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