With BBL|15 coming up, it seems it’s never too early to start thinking about all the squads available for next summer. If last season taught us anything, it is that a strong squad can be make or break for your title hopes, so how has each club been shaping, re-signing, and reloading? Clubs have been busy with the player movement window now closed and overseas draft done and dusted, with the biggest movements coming in their superstar signings and homegrown players secure for many more summers of fireworks, drama, and sixes to come. So how does each of the clubs add up?
Overseas Stars and Domestic Gems: Strikers and Heat Lead the Charge
Adelaide is sending a message: BBL15 is theirs to fight for. With captain Matt Short and Aussie keeper Alex Carey contracted until BBL|17, the core is stable, but the real excitement comes with their overseas recruits. Pakistan’s Hasan Ali and England duo Jamie Overton and Luke Wood give Tim Paine’s pace attack a serious edge. Their focus on quicks signals a fast-bowling heavy approach, and with the likes of Travis Head, Chris Lynn, and D’Arcy Short currently uncontracted, the batting department may still see some fireworks.
Over in Brisbane, the Heat are quietly building a juggernaut. With Afridi in the mix, Brisbane now boasts a lightning-fast quartet ready to rattle any batting lineup. But it’s not all about overseas fireworks—the re-signing of Matthew Renshaw, plus deals for rising stars like Lachlan Hearne and Hugh Weibgen, ensures a blend of experience and fresh energy. Even Marnus Labuschagne, the Test ace, is sticking around for another season, giving the Heat some serious firepower in both batting and fielding.
Hurricanes, Renegades, and Stars: Strategic Moves and Surprises
The Hobart Hurricanes, the reigning champions, have retained the essence of the last season with Nathan Ellis, Riley Meredith, and Tim David all returning. David is undoubtedly the X-factor and can turn any innings into a highlights package. Returning Beau Webster and Jake Weatherald from the Strikers indicates a wise approach: secure stability and add key experience. The Hurricanes also took advantage of the draft, presenting opportunities to bring in leg-spinners Rishad Hossain and England’s Rehan Ahmed, keeping the spin department well policed.
Melbourne Renegades have been active too. Landing Jason Behrendorff from Perth gives them one of last season’s top wicket-takers, while Brendan Doggett and Caleb Jewell strengthen the pace and batting line-ups. Mohammad Rizwan brings experience and stability, giving the Renegades’ youthful lineup a dependable backbone.
For the Melbourne Stars, the aim has been continuity and some pace firepower. Liam Hatcher returns, Mitch Swepson has joined from the Heat, and Peter Siddle has re-signed at the age of 41. Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and Tom Curran have the experience, and with the hopeful inclusion of Haris Rauf, express pace will keep batters on their toes.
Scorchers, Sixers, and Thunder: Big Names, Big Expectations
The Scorchers’ lineup is a blend of fresh faces and proven match-winners. Mitch Marsh sticks around for another three years, with the likes of Ashton Agar, Ashton Turner, and Aaron Hardie securing long-term stability. The return of Joel Paris and draft picks Laurie Evans and David Payne fill the pace and middle-order voids left by departures like Behrendorff. With Morris out for surgery, the next generation has a chance to shine.
By securing Babar Azam ahead of the draft, the Sydney Sixers have sent shockwaves through the league’s transfer scene. Sam Curran joins for a short stint, while the core squad, including Moises Henriques, Josh Philippe, and Steve Smith, remains intact. The challenge will be balancing star power with domestic stability once uncontracted names like Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood enter the free agency pool.
FAQs
- When does BBL|15 start?
The KFC BBL|15 season is set to start in December 2025.
- Which overseas players have been signed by the Adelaide Strikers?
Adelaide Strikers signed Hasan Ali (Pakistan), Jamie Overton (England), and Luke Wood (England).
- Which fresh faces are set to make an impact for the Brisbane Heat this season?
Brisbane Heat secured Shaheen Shah Afridi, Lachlan Hearne, and Hugh Weibgen.
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