Cricket Cricket ECB announces 100-ball format for new domestic competition The ECB has laid out proposals for a new domestic limited-overs competition to take on a 100-ball format for both men and women. Ben Spratt 19 April, 2018 19:22 IST Lord's Cricket Ground - Getty Images Ben Spratt 19 April, 2018 19:22 IST The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced its plans for the new domestic competition starting in 2020 to use an innovative 100-ball format. Leagues for men and women will feature the same format, brands and identities across the competition, with the ECB outlining key aims to attract a wider audience and differentiate from other formats. It states the proposal was presented to first-class counties' chairmen and chief executives at Lord's, receiving "overwhelming support". "This is a fresh and exciting idea which will appeal to a younger audience and attract new fans to the game," said CEO Tom Harrison. "Throughout its development, we have shown leadership, provided challenge and followed a process. We will continue to do that as the concept evolves. "Our game has a history of innovation and we have a duty to look for future growth for the health and sustainability of the whole game." Subscribe to our daily newsletter Get your daily dose of Sportstar with handpicked stories delivered right to your inbox! SUBSCRIBE Please enter a valid email address.