NZ20: New Zealand Plans Its First Franchise T20 League

New Zealand Cricket is planning NZ20, a privately owned six-team T20 league targeted for January 2027, potentially replacing the 20-year-old Super Smash. Led by Don MacKinnon, the project aims for a summer window and fan-focused tournament featuring top local and international players. Approval from NZC is still pending, but optimism around the concept is high.