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Glenn Maxwell Re-Signs with Melbourne Stars for Two More BBL Seasons

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has committed to the Melbourne Stars for another two Big Bash League seasons. Maxwell, a cornerstone of the franchise, expressed his passion for the team and confidence in their title-contending potential. The Stars have also secured young talents Campbell Kellaway and Austin Anlezark on contract extensions. The club's management is optimistic about the core group's development heading into the next BBL season.

Key Points: Glenn Maxwell Signs Two-Year Deal with Melbourne Stars

  • Maxwell re-signs for two years
  • Has played 123 matches for Stars
  • Stars extend Campbell Kellaway's contract
  • Austin Anlezark also gets one-year extension
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BBL: Glenn Maxwell signs two-year deal with Melbourne Stars

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell re-signs with the Melbourne Stars for two more BBL seasons, aiming to lead the team to a title.

"I'm confident we're in a place to contend for the title in the next two seasons. - Glenn Maxwell"

Melbourne, January 27

Australia's star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has re-signed his Big Bash League contract with the Melbourne Stars for another two seasons.

Since joining the Stars in BBL 2, Maxwell has played 123 matches and made 3,193 runs in green, establishing himself as one of the league's greatest ever players, as per the Melbourne Stars website.

While the 37-year-old was out of contract at the end of BBL|15, he said it was an easy decision to continue his career in green.

"The Melbourne Stars have been a massive part of my cricket career, and I'm really passionate about this team having success. I think this current group is building towards something special, and I'm confident we're in a place to contend for the title in the next two seasons," Maxwell said, as per the website.

The Stars have also extended young gun Campbell Kellaway for another two years. At 23 years of age, the left-handed batter played all 11 games this season and showed a glimpse of the future for Stars fans.

Prior to the BBL Player Movement Window opening on Wednesday, 20-year-old Austin Anlezark has added one more year to his contract with the Stars as well.

"We're really happy with how our list is coming together for BBL|16," Melbourne Stars' T20 High Performance Manager, Clint McKay, said.

"We felt like the group took some big steps forward this season, so we're excited to have that core coming together again. Glenn has obviously been one of the best T20 players in the world for a long period of time, and his commitment to the Stars is really valuable to us," he added.

"Signing Campbell was just as important as he adds some great stability to our top order. He proved himself at the level this season and I've got no doubt he will make a lot of runs for us for many years to come. We're also excited to see another year of development in Austin's game. He's a bright young talent who will benefit greatly from another year in our program," he concluded.

Big Bash clubs will be able to trade players and sign eligible free agents from Wednesday, January 28 to February 5.

- ANI

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Priya S
Smart move by the Stars to lock in both experience and youth. Maxwell's leadership will be crucial for players like Kellaway. The BBL is such a well-run tournament, we could learn a thing or two about managing player workloads and fan engagement for our domestic T20 leagues.
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Arjun K
Maxwell at 37? Time flies! Still remember his incredible double century in the 2023 ODI World Cup. He's a legend. Good to see him staying loyal to one franchise. We need more of that loyalty in modern cricket.
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Sarah B
Respectfully, while Maxwell is a star, I feel the article is a bit one-sided. It reads like a team press release. Would have liked some analysis on his recent form or what this means for the Stars' salary cap and other potential signings. Just my two cents.
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Vikram M
The Big Bash is perfect late-night watching for us in India! Exciting cricket without the pressure of an India match 😄. Good to see the core being retained. Building a team culture is key. All the best to Maxi and the Stars!

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