Glenn Maxwell inks a further 2-year extension with Melbourne stars just hours before the contracting embargo starts.
Just hours before the contracting ban begins, Glenn Maxwell signed a new contract that will keep him with the Melbourne Stars in the BBL for at least two more years.
Maxwell, the third-highest run scorer in BBL history, will therefore stay in the league past the age of 39 as Stars pursue an elusive first championship. They are still the only team that hasn’t won the championship after losing at the knockout stage this year.
Maxwell had a dismal season, scoring just 76 runs in eight innings while taking two wickets. Sydney Thunder had made him an attractive offer to move.
“The Melbourne Stars have been a massive part of my cricket career and I’m really passionate about this team having success,” Maxwell said. “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.”
Clint McKay, Stars’ high performance manager, said: “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.”
Stars have also extended Campbell Kellaway’s deal for another two years. The left hander made 172 runs at 21.50 this season.
“Signing Campbell was just as important as he adds some great stability to our top order,” McKay said. “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.”