KFC T20 Big Bash League Kicks Off with 17 International Stars

The countdown to the KFC T20 Big Bash league, an Australian domestic T20 tournament, has begun, with a star-studded cast of 17 international players set to take the field alongside Australia's seasoned and young stars. The league, which starts on December 16, 2011, promises to be a thrilling event, with eight city-based teams competing for the top spot. The teams featuring international players include Adelaide Strikers, Brisbane Heat, Hobart Hurricanes, Melbourne Renegades, Melbourne Stars, Perth Scorchers, Sydney Sixers, and Sydney Thunder.

Key Takeaways:

• The KFC T20 Big Bash league features 17 international stars, including Shahid Afridi, Fidel Edwards, Paul Collingwood, Herschelle Gibbs, and Chris Gayle.
• The league will be telecast live on STAR Cricket and STAR Cricket HD for the Indian audience.
• The top two teams in the league will qualify for the Nokia Champions League Twenty20.
• Each of the eight participating teams features at least one international player.
• International players participating in the league have captained their country in the past, showcasing their intellect and character.
• Teams featuring international players at the KFC Big Bash League 2011-12 include Adelaide Strikers, Brisbane Heat, Hobart Hurricanes, Melbourne Renegades, Melbourne Stars, Perth Scorchers, Sydney Sixers, and Sydney Thunder.

Statistics:

• 17 international players will participate in the KFC T20 Big Bash league.
• 8 city-based teams will compete in the league.
• 7 international players who have captained their country will participate in the league.
• 2 teams will qualify for the Nokia Champions League Twenty20 from the league.
• The league starts on December 16, 2011.
• International players participating in the league comprise 46% of the total number of players featured in the league (17 out of 37 total players).

Sources:

• [The Hindustan Times, Dec. 16]