2023-24 Women's Big Bash League kicks off: What you need to know

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The ninth edition of the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) is set to kick off on October 19th, featuring eight teams from Australia..

The tournament will follow a straightforward format, with each team playing each other twice in the group stage.IANSMelbourne, Sep 9 (IANS) Australia womens national selector Shawn Flegler has revealed that the fast bowlers and spinners will be increasing their bowling loads during the upcoming Womens Big Bash League (WBBL) with an eye to prepare for a day-night pink-ball match on their tour of India scheduled for later in the year...

The Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) is back for its ninth edition, showcasing one of the world's premier franchise tournaments..

In this year's WBBL, eight teams from Australia will compete, and unlike the format of The Hundred in the UK, the women's and men's competitions take place separately...

The 2023-24 Women's Big Bash League commences on Thursday, October 19th, with the opening clash between Sydney Sixers and Melbourne Stars at the North Sydney Oval..

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