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BBL Draft 2024 Selections: Ben Duckett and James Vince Lead 14 England Players Chosen
English Players Shine in BBL Draft
During the Big Bash League (BBL) draft on Sunday, September 1, English players were highly sought after, with 14 being selected across four rounds. The only Asian players picked were Pakistan’s Usama Mir and Bangladesh’s Rishad Hossain.
Key Picks and Rounds
In the first round, four England players and three from New Zealand were chosen. England opener Ben Duckett was the top pick, selected by the Melbourne Stars. James Vince followed as the second pick, retained by the Sydney Sixers. Laurie Evans was picked by the Melbourne Renegades, while the Sydney Thunder opted for New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson. Shai Hope joined Ricky Ponting at the Hobart Hurricanes, and Jamie Overton was selected by the Adelaide Strikers. The Brisbane Heat and Perth Scorchers retained their pre-signed players, Colin Munro and Finn Allen, respectively.
The second round saw Melbourne Stars choose Tom Curran, another pre-signed player. The Melbourne Renegades picked England all-rounder Jacob Bethell. Other selections included Ollie Pope (pre-signed by Adelaide Strikers), Chris Jordan (pre-signed by Hobart Hurricanes), and Sam Billings (pre-signed by Sydney Thunder). Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers opted to pass in this round, with the Sixers adding their pre-signed player Akeal Hosein.
Final Rounds and Last Picks
In the third round, both the Sydney Sixers and Perth Scorchers chose to pass. The Adelaide Strikers selected West Indian Fabian Allen, while the Hobart Hurricanes also passed. Sydney Thunder picked Sherfane Rutherford, and the Melbourne Renegades chose their pre-signed player Tim Seifert. The Melbourne Stars opted for Usama Mir.
During the fourth round, Melbourne Stars, Melbourne Renegades, and Sydney Thunder passed their picks. The Hobart Hurricanes made their final selection with Bangladesh leg-spinner Rishad Hossain. The Adelaide Strikers also passed, while the Brisbane Heat chose Tom Alsop. The Perth Scorchers signed Keaton Jennings, and the Sydney Sixers concluded the draft with Jafer Chohan as their last pick.
First-Round Picks in BBL Draft
In the inaugural round of the Big Bash League (BBL) draft, several standout players were selected. Ben Duckett was chosen by the Melbourne Stars, while James Vince was retained by the Sydney Sixers. Laurie Evans joined the Melbourne Renegades, and Lockie Ferguson was picked by the Sydney Thunder. Shai Hope was selected by the Hobart Hurricanes, and Jamie Overton was retained by the Adelaide Strikers. Colin Munro and Finn Allen were also chosen, representing the Brisbane Heat and Perth Scorchers, respectively, as pre-signed players.
Second-Round Selections
The second round featured a mix of new picks and retained talent. Tom Curran was selected by the Melbourne Stars as a pre-signed player, while Jacob Bethell was picked by the Melbourne Renegades. Ollie Pope joined the Adelaide Strikers, Chris Jordan was added to the Hobart Hurricanes, and Sam Billings went to the Sydney Thunder, all as pre-signed players. Paul Walter was chosen by the Brisbane Heat, and Akeal Hosein was picked by the Sydney Sixers, also a pre-signed player. The Perth Scorchers chose to pass during this round.
Third-Round and Final Selections
In the third round, the Sydney Sixers and Brisbane Heat opted to pass on picks. Matthew Hurst was selected by the Perth Scorchers, while Fabian Allen joined the Adelaide Strikers. The Hobart Hurricanes also passed on their pick. Sydney Thunder chose Sherfane Rutherford, and Tim Seifert, a pre-signed player, was picked by the Melbourne Renegades. The Melbourne Stars selected Usama Mir.
Fourth-Round Picks
The fourth round saw several teams passing on their selections. The Melbourne Stars, Melbourne Renegades, and Sydney Thunder all chose to pass. The Hobart Hurricanes concluded the draft with Bangladesh’s Rishad Hossain. The Adelaide Strikers also passed, while the Brisbane Heat selected Tom Alsop. Keaton Jennings was picked by the Perth Scorchers, and the Sydney Sixers wrapped up the draft with Jafer Chohan as their final choice.
Number of Players Picked by Nation:
- England: 14 players
- New Zealand: 4 players
- West Indies: 4 players
- Bangladesh: 1 player
- Pakistan: 1 player
The 2024-25 Big Bash League (BBL) is set to kick off on December 15, 2024, with an exciting opening match featuring the Perth Scorchers facing off against the Melbourne Stars. This season will feature a total of 44 matches, culminating in the grand final scheduled for January 25, 2025. The tournament promises a thrilling lineup of games as teams vie for the championship title.
