Gades secure star paceman

Behrendorff, one of the competition’s most prolific bowlers, joins the Renegades after 10 seasons in Western Australia and fresh off a dominant BBL|14 campaign where he topped the league for wickets with 17 scalps.

Renowned for his raw pace and skill with the new ball, Behrendorff’s signing adds further firepower and experience to the Renegades’ bowling attack also featuring Golden Arm runner-up Tom Rogers.

"Moving to Melbourne has something my wife, Juvelle, and I have talked about as a goal whether the end of my career happened so to continue my career and play cricket in a city we both love is a blessing," Behrendorff said.

"I am really excited for what the next chapter holds with the Melbourne Renegades but just as importantly for my family too."

Melbourne Renegades General Manager, James Rosengarten, said Behrendorff’s signing is a major boost to the squad.

“Jason is a world-class bowler and proven match-winner, so we’re delighted to have him on board,” Rosengarten said. “His performances in BBL|14 and over a long period of time shows why he’s one of the most dangerous bowlers in the competition.

“Jason’s experience and leadership qualities will also be invaluable as we continue to develop our squad and strive for sustained success.”

The left-arm quick played 105 games with the Perth Scorchers, amassing 137 wickets - the fifth most in the league’s history - at an impressive 16.73 strike rate.

His white ball reputation has been cemented with 29 appearances on the international stage for Australia - winning the T20 Player of the Year in the 2023/24 summer - and in T20 competitions worldwide including the Indian Premier League.

Behrendorff arrives at the Renegades via the inaugural BBL Player Movement Window which opened on Tuesday and allows clubs to sign eligible Free Agents and trade uncontracted players or draft picks.

The Melbourne Renegades add Behrendorff to the 9 players in its squad who were already contracted and signed ahead of the contracting deadlines.