After The Hundred Success, Sanjiv Goenka Set to Buy This New Team

Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka is all set to buy a new team after the recent success in The Hundred. This new team will be from Australia's premier tournament Big Bash League, one of the biggest cricket leagues in the world.

Sanjeev Goenka's Manchester Super Giants won The Hundred 2026 title in August this year by defeating Trent Rockets in the final. Now, he has decided to expand the Super Giants franchise with a new team in BBL.

Which Team Will Sanjiv Goenka Buy in BBL?

According to the Cricket Addictor, Sanjiv Goenka BBL team is likely to be Melbourne Renegades. Cricket Australia has already approved the full Renegades sale license to the private investors.

Melbourne Renegades are the first BBL team that has gone for sale. This development comes on the back of CA's decision for the privatisation in the Big Bash League.

While the league is set to have private investors, the CA will control key aspects like scheduling, media rights and availability of players. However, it will not affect the upcoming BBL edition as it will be applied from the next season.

The arrival of Sanjiv Goenka in Big Bash League adds more to his already glittering portfolio in the cricket franchise tournaments. The 65-year-old businessman has been quite active in the ownership of teams in some of the richest cricket leagues in the world ever since he owned LSG in 2021.

What is BBL Privatisation By Cricket Australia?

According to the Cricket Australia privatisation model, the state bodies can decide about their private investment. The teams that are interested in this model are Melbourne Stars, Hobart Hurricanes and Perth Scorchers.

On the other hand, other teams like Sydney Sixers, Sydney Thunder, Brisbane Heat and Adelaide Strikers are hesitant. Melbourne Renegades are likely to be co-owned by Sanjiv Goenka-led RPSG Group as mentioned above.

Melbourne Renegades' addition as the Super giants new team will mark the start of a new era. Over the years, Goenka has shown keen interest in owning teams in various cricket leagues across the globe. His passion makes him one of the most famous team owners in cricket.