Mumbai Indians were on an absolute roll last season, or in fact, seasons after seasons, thanks to the effort and drive they have put into the system with machinery as strong as Reliance working behind it. They will approach the 2021 auction with a relaxed head, only to buy a few back-ups.

Big Bash League franchise Sydney Sixers have now signed Jake Ball as a replacement for Tom Curran who pulled out of the league citing bubble fatigue. Nottinghamshire skipper Dan Christian pushed Jake Ball’s cause for a spot in the BBL side after playing with him in the Vitality Blast.

Sydney Thunder off-spinner Chris Green has been handed a suspension of 90 days from bowling in all Australian competition, following which Green has said he looks at this time off as a technique developing break. CA has suspended him after match officials suspected his action in a BBL game.