Cricket Australia (CA) is planning to stage a Big Bash League (BBL) match in India next season in a bid to tap into the lucrative market there, SEN Cricket reported.

According to the report, CA's move is part of a broader strategy to integrate the money-spinning Indian market with the BBL ahead of a near-certain sale of at least two of its eight franchises.

The report claims that two senior CA officials recently travelled to India to explore the possibility of conducting a game, probably at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

As per Cricbuzz, Tamil Nadu Cricket Association has received the proposal to host the solitary BBL game.

"Head of business operations Phil Rigby and head of competition development and strategy Margot Harley flew to India as discussions ramp up around the logistics of an offshore game," the report said.

The report further stated that the Perth Scorchers seem to be a reasonable choice to play in India "given their time zone and an openness from WACA officials to consider offers from wealthy Indian business figures."

However, the deal is far from being finalized, as approval would be essential from several stakeholders, including broadcasters and the BCCI.

The BBL is one of the leading T20 leagues in the world. Perth Scorchers have been the most successful franchise, having clinched the title six times.

(With PTI Inputs)