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BBL draft shake up looms, WBBL expected to go shorter

Changes are afoot for the Big Bash League as the Brisbane Heat look to defend their title in 2025. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Cricket Australia is set to allow Big Bash clubs to sign overseas talent to multi-year deals before the draft, in a bid to stop players leaving the competition before finals.

In a significant shake up, clubs will be able to agree a pre-draft multi-year offer with one overseas player.

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