There are 13 cricket leagues worldwide, with the IPL leading T20 cricket since 2008. Central contracts, essential for player security in national teams, face challenges due to lucrative franchise deals. The ECB's financial strategies aim to sustain international cricket amid rising player salaries and scheduling conflicts with franchise commitments.
Are Financial Payouts Enough for Football Managers?
The article analyses the significant financial severance payments received by Premier League managers upon dismissal and argues that this creates a media narrative that overlooks their victim status. It calls for a shift in perception to address the broader impacts of dismissal, urging lawmakers to reconsider employment rights and the fairness of such terminations.
The European Super League vs UEFA: Redefining Competition Law in Sport
The European Super League, launched in 2021 by 12 elite clubs, faced backlash for undermining open competition. Accusations of anti-competitive practices against UEFA escalated to court. The CJEU's 2023 ruling criticised UEFA's regulations, marking a pivotal shift in sports competition law and increasing scrutiny on sports governing bodies regarding transparency and fairness.
2021: The “Birth” of Coaches
Professional coaches have not been part of the FIFA "Football Family". From January this year that has all changed...
The merits of the 50+1 Rule in the Bundesliga: An insight into Bayern’s recent success
While the 50+1 Rule somewhat limits the Bundesliga teams’ financial capabilities, it ensures that football remains associated to its fans and enshrines the mantra: “Football first, business second”, a rule so engraved within the heart of the football community. When doubters question the merit of such a rule, let success stories such as Flick’s stint at Bayern make the noise!
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