Although it will be a busy summer for cricket in Australia, the final will be played more than two weeks before the first World Cup match in Australia, and after the end of the ODI series against India. It will follow semi-finals that will be played in other cities around the country.
"We have looked at a number of options for hosting the final of the Big Bash League, given the unique summer of international cricket that lies ahead and the significant demands that will place on venues around the country," Mike McKenna, CA's executive general manager of operations, said. "That consideration, combined with our efforts to further establish the BBL as a truly national competition, was part of our decision making.
"We think the concept of staging the final in the neutral territory of the nation's capital has merit. Manuka Oval has undergone significant work in recent times to upgrade facilities for fans. We think it can provide a great backdrop to the biggest match of the tournament while exposing a new market to the excitement of the league."
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