Big Bash League cricket is returning to Launceston's UTAS Stadium for the 2026-27 season.
Parliamentary Secretary for Youth Engagement and Sport, Rob Fairs, said he was thrilled to welcome the BBL and the Hobart Hurricanes back to the state's North.
"Our Government is delivering elite sporting content for Tasmanians, with a BBL game locked in for UTAS Stadium next season," Mr Fairs said.
"Delivering a strong events calendar is an important part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania's Future, so that more people can experience all our State has to offer.
"Tasmanian cricket continues to go from strength to strength, with our men's and women's Hurricanes teams recently winning T20 titles on home soil.
"Support for our Hurricanes extends across the State, so it's pleasing for Tasmania's North to once again be part of the action.
"Hosting major sporting events is also a win for Northern Tasmania's visitor economy, encouraging both intrastate and interstate visitation, and providing a boost to tourism and hospitality sectors.
"Drawcard events like BBL matches strengthen Tasmania's identity as a major sporting destination and inspire our young athletes."
The Government is a strong supporter of Cricket Tasmania with its ongoing operations and the delivery of this upcoming Launceston BBL match.
"We are committed to growing participation in, and engagement with, cricket in Tasmania, and developing our local players," Mr Fairs said.
"The return of the Hurricanes to Launceston will mark the first time a BBL match has been played at UTAS Stadium since the 2023-24 season."
A date for the UTAS Stadium game is expected to be announced when the final BBL16 schedule is released later this month.
