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He has excelled at every format of the game, now cricket superstar Michael Clarke is set to step into the world of cricket administration.
Clarke has built a steady presence in cricket media through television commentary, radio hosting and his own digital platforms since he retired from cricket in 2015.
He worked with major Australian broadcasters as part of their cricket coverage teams, providing analysis across Test, ODI and T20 matches.
He also became a familiar voice on morning radio, co-hosting the Big Sports Breakfast for several years and offering daily commentary on cricket, NRL and wider sports stories.
Now, he has been appointed league commissioner of the Legends Pro T20 League in India.
The Legends Pro T20 League is a new global tournament bringing together 90 iconic former international cricketers across six franchise teams.
Clarke (pictured with partner Arabella Sherborne) has taken on a new role as league commissioner for a T20 competition in India
SG Sports Media Entertainment made the announcement that Clarke would run the new league this week
Clarke will join a host of big-name players in the league including former teammate Shane Watson
The league will celebrate former legends of the sport in a Legends T20 competition in Goa
It is designed as a high-energy celebration of past greats, mixing nostalgia with competitive T20 action.
The league features stars such as Shikhar Dhawan, Harbhajan Singh, Shane Watson and Dale Steyn.
Its inaugural edition will run from January 26 to February 4, 2026, entirely at the new 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium in Goa.
'India, being one of the biggest homes of cricket, holds a special place for me,' Clarke said.
'The passion of the fans, the pride, and the privilege of being part of this league, and the chance to reunite with some old friends as well as fierce rivals, make it truly special.
'I am really excited to be part of the Legends Pro T20 League in this new role. It's thrilling to see so many top players coming together in one league.
'Goa is a fantastic venue, and I can't wait to see fans enjoy high-quality cricket, competitive contests, and unforgettable moments on the field.'
Clarke played for Australia from 2003 to 2015 as a right-handed middle-order batsman and part-time left-arm spinner.
Since retiring from cricket in 2015, Clarke has been a constant media presence around the world
Clarke achieved everything there was to achieve in the game, including winning The Ashes
Clarke has had a range of business interests and media commitments since retiring from cricket
He appeared in 115 Tests, scoring 8,643 runs at an average of 49.10 with 28 centuries, including a highest score of 329 not out.
In ODIs he played 245 matches, making 7,981 runs at an average of 44.58 with eight hundreds.
His T20 International career included 34 matches, where he scored 488 runs at an average of about 21 with a top score of 67.
Clarke also captained Australia from 2011 and led the side to the 2015 World Cup title.
Clarke later shifted his focus to long-form storytelling and analysis, launching his podcast Beyond 23 Cricket to discuss the game in more depth and interview figures from across the sport.
He continues to appear as a guest analyst on Australian and international cricket broadcasts.
'Our aim with the Legends Pro T20 League is to create a platform that honours the legacy of cricket while delivering a competitive and engaging experience for fans,' Rohan Gupta of SG Group said.
Bringing together some of the game's greatest names in Goa allows us to celebrate their achievements.
This league reflects our commitment to providing a well-structured platform to these legends, while giving fans across the country the chance to enjoy high-quality, competitive cricket once again.'
