Kerry Packer

Australia·Media Mogul

The Australian media tycoon who revolutionized cricket by creating World Series Cricket in 1977, challenging the cricket establishment and introducing colored clothing, night cricket, and better player pay.

1 incident documented

Controversies & Incidents

🔥Explosive

Kerry Packer's World Series Cricket Revolution

Multiple (WSC vs Establishment Cricket)

24 November 1977

Media mogul Kerry Packer signed 51 of the world's best cricketers to a rival competition after being denied TV broadcast rights, fundamentally transforming professional cricket.

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