The season opener of Australia's Big Bash League (BBL) 2026-27 is set to be held at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, ESPNcricinfo reported. Cricket Australia (CA) received positive feedback from both Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) and BCCI to go ahead. On Monday, a five-member CA delegation attended CSK's final IPL 2026 home game against SRH for a venue recce.