Billy in Bristol
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The ECB sold their shares in the Franchises...
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[Cricket] Sussex CCC - 2025 Division One Edition
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Nobby Cybergoat
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- Jul 19, 2021
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I heard that. But I had no idea Sussex would be due so much money as a result
Billy in Bristol
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It was a big total.
How does the Hundred make that much money?!?
This strikes me of the ITV digital deal a few years back....
- Apr 5, 2014
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There are a lot of questions unanswered. The prices paid are mouthwatering.
All we need is now folk not to turn up, the whole thing fail, and counties walk away with the cash.
Job's a goodun
Soton Seagull
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I despise the hundred and the watering down of domestic cricket.
That said we need the cash and I really hope it comes with conditions regarding longevity etc.
New regime have splashed the cash in some interesting ways and are a bit skint now. I would be concerned if they could spend it willy nilly. Needs long term survival as the priority, not potential vanity projects.
That said we need the cash and I really hope it comes with conditions regarding longevity etc.
New regime have splashed the cash in some interesting ways and are a bit skint now. I would be concerned if they could spend it willy nilly. Needs long term survival as the priority, not potential vanity projects.
- Apr 5, 2014
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Sussex are one of the counties being targeted by the failed Hundred investors if reports are to be believed. Even if that is just hearsay, it won't be long.
Scappa
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- Jul 5, 2017
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A breakdown of who owns how much of what.
www.espn.co.uk
I'm sure fans in Nottingham will be delighted to see 49% their mob have been bought by a group that includes Todd Boelhy
Hundred sale explainer: Who has bought what and for how much?
The ECB has succeeded in its goal of selling stakes in eight Hundred franchises. Here's how it all stands | ESPN.co.uk
I'm sure fans in Nottingham will be delighted to see 49% their mob have been bought by a group that includes Todd Boelhy
The Clown of Pevensey Bay
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My guess is the new owners are banking on big name Indian players finally getting involved, and then selling the TV rights to the India market
The Clown of Pevensey Bay
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The ECB has attached conditions to the handouts -- it has to be used to invest in grounds or other business projects. And Sussex have said it'll be spent on improving Hove. I would expect a new Shark stand with hospitality boxes at some point.
Soton Seagull
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It would be wise for members keep an eye on any manoeuvres. Those penny share rules of ownership are vital for at least partial transparency.
- Apr 5, 2014
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I'm not sure if you are a Hants fan or not, but what is the takeover looking like there ?
Soton Seagull
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No, Sussex fan. That said a few Hants mate weren't happy with the Rajanstan Royals tie up. Didn't go well and could be a sign of things to come - essentially turning counties in to franchises or rich people's play things until they get bored.