Chennai is set to host the opening match of the Big Bash League (BBL) in December this year, with a delegation from Cricket Australia (CA) visiting the MA Chidambaram Stadium to inspect the venue. While an official confirmation is still awaited, a Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) office bearer said that five Cricket Australia officials toured the Chepauk stadium and held discussions with TNCA representatives regarding the proposed event.

On Monday, the Cricket Australia officials were also seen at the venue later in the evening during the Indian Premier League clash between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad. Earlier in February, two CA officials had visited Chepauk to explore the feasibility of staging a BBL match in Chennai as part of efforts to tap into India’s massive cricket market.