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India Gazette
29-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
All-rounder Jamie Overton re-signs with Adelaide Strikers for BBL 15
New Delhi [India] May 29 (ANI): The Adelaide Strikers have secured a major player for the Big Bash League (BBL) 15 season, as they announced the pre-draft signing of explosive fast-bowling all-rounder Jamie Overton for his third consecutive season, according to the Adelaide Strikers website. Overton, a fan favourite and the reigning BBL MVP from the Dansie McCauley medal night, has become a pivotal player for the Strikers. Despite a challenging BBL 14 campaign for the team, Overton was a standout performer. He claimed 11 wickets throughout the season, including a crucial 2-27 in a tense 11-run loss to the Hobart Hurricanes at Adelaide Oval. His contributions were not limited to the ball; Overton also proved destructive with the bat, amassing 191 runs at an extraordinary average of 95.40, with a top score of 45 not out. Overton expressed his excitement about returning to the familiar blue of the Strikers. 'I'm absolutely thrilled to be coming back to Adelaide for another season,' said Overton. 'I've loved my time with the Strikers and the incredible support we get from the fans at Adelaide Oval. It's a fantastic Club with a great bunch of lads, and I'm determined to help us push for finals and ultimately, the BBL title in BBL|15.' Adelaide Strikers Head Coach, Tim Paine, reflected on the re-signing as a significant move for the Club heading into BBL 15. 'Securing Jamie as a pre-draft signing was a top priority for us,' Paine stated. 'His last two seasons with the Strikers have been outstanding, not just with his individual performances with both bat and ball, but also with his competitive spirit and energy he brings to the group.' 'Jamie has such a big impact over the game, he can change the course of a match in just a few overs. This signing is a fantastic first step in building our squad for a successful BBL|15 campaign, and we know our members and fans will be delighted to see him back in blue,' he added. (ANI)
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
‘World class': Stars' big announcement
It's two more for Peter Moores. The Melbourne Stars have locked the experienced coach in green for a further two years. Moores took the Stars to their first BBL finals campaign in five attempts despite starting the season 0-5 last summer. The Stars finished the season with five consecutive wins and were largely viewed as the championship favourite before they were eliminated in the first final. Moores, 62, has a vast coaching portfolio, including two stints as head coach of England. He is looking forward to pairing with captain Marcus Stoinis again and won't be 'putting a limit on' what they can accomplish in 2025-26. 'I'm absolutely thrilled to sign on for another two years,' Moores said. 'I've already experienced some incredible moments with the club and there was no better place to be last summer than the MCG when we got on a roll. 'It was a great reminder of what this club and our members and fans are capable of. 'I was so impressed with Marcus's leadership last year, and I expect he will only grow in that role again in BBL|15. 'Our list is in a really good place, and we've got a great opportunity to strengthen a couple of key areas in the upcoming draft. 'I'm not putting a limit on what we can all achieve together.' Newly appointed general manager Max Abbott says Moores' ability to maintain belief in the group last season despite a poor start is proof of his leadership. 'The feedback from all parts of the organisation has been overwhelmingly positive in the way Peter led the group as coach over the last two seasons,' Abbott said. 'You don't come back from a 0-5 start to make the finals without leadership in the dressing room and that is a testament to the way Peter was able to maintain camaraderie and belief within the playing group to turn the season around. 'Peter is a world-class coach and by maintaining continuity, we're confident the club can build on the momentum generated in the back-half of the season to hit the ground running in BBL15.' The Stars have a later pick in the draft this season and are set to be without Englishman Ben Duckett, who will be tied up on Ashes duties.
