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Andrew Jones

Andrew Jones

Andrew Jones is CEO of The Killer Group. He was previously chief executive of Cricket NSW (2013-19) and CA’s general manager strategy (2010-12).

The decision to sell Big Bash teams is not straight-forward.

Don’t let FOMO fool you: Selling Big Bash teams is a bad idea

Cricket Australia must consider what is best for the fans, and the grassroots clubs and associations that ultimately own the game. Publicising the report that recommended Big Bash teams be sold would help us decide for ourselves.

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The biggest crowd since 2018 attended this year’s Melbourne Cup Carnival.

Money, politics, self-interest: Why one mega-club would be better for racing fans

The former Racing Victoria boss is proposing a merger of the clubs that run Flemington, Caulfield and Moonee Valley.

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The end of last year’s Melbourne Cup.

Drop the ties and get with the times; why racing needs a shake-up

The former Racing Victoria boss tried to make sport more fan-friendly. It was easier said than done.

  • Andrew Jones
The MCG is the heart of Melbourne, but it is in danger of losing its edge.

The harsh truth about the MCG and what it should do with its newfound wealth

Sporting bosses often have tricky problems to solve. Those running the MCG, however, have a delicious challenge to contemplate.

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Melbourne Vixens players celebrate their thrilling one-point win over the Giants in last weekend’s preliminary final.

Net gains: four steps to courting a bright future

Reports of netball’s demise have been premature. Now is the time to do some basics well and build a solid financial foundation for the game.

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Why too much Big Bash League is barely enough

When it comes to the T20 competition, more is more.

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The popularity of the Big Bash has also grown the viewership for Test cricket.

The Big Bash theory: How the creation of Twenty20 revitalised Australian cricket

A generation of children have never known a time without the BBL. And contrary to fears when the league was launched, it has grown the audience for Australian Test cricket.

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It was a rare quiet innings for Ellyse Perry.

‘Hot property’: Why investing in elite women’s leagues is a no-brainer

Male-dominated sports who haven’t figured out that women’s leagues are the future are leaving millions of dollars on the table. Here is how to build a successful competition.

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Cricket, private equity composite for online. Marcus Stoinis, Kerry Packer, WBBL.

Free cheese in a mousetrap: why Australian cricket should be wary of private equity

Australian cricket has already had one almighty fight through private investment in the form of World Series Cricket. It shouldn’t be racing into another.

  • Andrew Jones