Australia’s all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has taken over as the brand new captain of the Melbourne Stars for the 14th season of the Huge Bash League (BBL). He replaces Glenn Maxwell, who stepped down after BBL 13. The Stars had a disappointing end final season, ending within the sixth spot and lacking the playoffs.
Stoinis has been an essential participant for the Melbourne Stars since becoming a member of the staff within the third season of the BBL. Final season, he had a short expertise as captain when Maxwell was injured. This 12 months, the staff hopes his management can flip their fortunes round. Curiously, Stoinis and Maxwell may even play collectively for Punjab Kings within the IPL 2025.
Marcus Stoinis Excited About Captaincy
Marcus Stoinis expressed his happiness about changing into the full-time captain of the Melbourne Stars.
“It’s an ideal honour,” he mentioned. “I beloved the prospect to steer the staff final 12 months, and I’m excited to do it full-time. The Stars have been an enormous a part of my life for 10 years, and I imagine we will obtain the success this staff deserves.”
The Melbourne Stars administration additionally praised Stoinis for his constant contributions to the staff. They highlighted that he’s set to play his one centesimal recreation for the franchise this season. Stoinis has been an important a part of the staff, each as a batter and an all-rounder.
The Melbourne Stars will kick off their BBL 14 marketing campaign with a match towards the defending champions, Perth Scorchers, on December 15. The staff hopes to begin robust below their new captain and enhance on their earlier performances.
Melbourne Stars Squad for BBL 14
Scott Boland, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Clarke (ENG), Brody Sofa, Tom Curran (ENG), Ben Duckett (ENG), Sam Harper, Campbell Kellaway, Glenn Maxwell, Hamish McKenzie, Jonathan Merlo, Adam Milne (NZ), Usama Mir (PAK), Joel Paris, Tom Rogers, Peter Siddle, Mark Steketee, Marcus Stoinis, Doug Warren, Beau Webster
