Glamorgan Cricket Club CEO Says His County Is 'Well-Placed' For Possible T20 Team

Glamorgan Cricket Club CEO Hugh Morris said that the club will be "really well-placed" to host a city-based team in a new T20 competition, according to Nick Webb of the BBC. He said that the tournament is "needed for financial and participation reasons." Morris: "The idea of using a new city-based team to help drive participation is really strong, and the potential to increase revenue into the club is very attractive. ... I think Glamorgan is going to be really well-placed to host one of the franchises. We've experience of hosting big games, we've hosted two Ashes series, and I believe we've got a sporting nation that would get behind a city-based team." The plans have "proved controversial among many cricket followers, but Morris highlights the game's finances and need to attract future generations." The proposed tournament is "still being discussed" by the counties, the England & Wales Cricket Board and potential broadcasters, including the BBC and rival satellite stations (BBC, 10/11).