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Tom Curran Is Ready To Start In BBL
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Tom Curran Is Ready To Start In BBL

Tom Curran is gearing up for a fresh start in the Big Bash League (BBL) following a challenging season marked by controversy and injury. As the third-highest wicket-taker among overseas bowlers in BBL history and the leading quick, Curran's previous stint was overshadowed by a suspension for intimidating an umpire.

Curran received a four-game suspension after approaching fourth umpire Muhammad Qureshi during warm-ups before a Sydney Sixers match against the Hobart Hurricanes. Despite his strong performance in that game, where he took 3 for 19 and reached his 50th wicket milestone in the tournament, his season was cut short by a knee injury after just two additional appearances. The Sixers’ appeal against the suspension was unsuccessful.

For the 2024-25 BBL season, Curran will join the Melbourne Stars on a two-year pre-draft deal, bringing stability to his career. He is available for the full season, contrasting with the Sixers, who are reassessing their overseas options ahead of the September 1 draft, particularly after the retirement of spinner Steve O'Keefe. Curran believes his departure from the Sixers was on amicable terms.

Curran also expressed his satisfaction with the decision to move to the Stars. "The Stars showed commitment with a multi-year contract, which suits my preference for loyalty and stability. It just felt like the right time for a change."

Currently, Curran is playing for the Oval Invincibles in the Hundred, having recovered from a serious injury sustained earlier in the season. He suffered a broken left forearm from a hit during a T20 Blast match, which required surgery and a protective carbon fibre guard. Reflecting on the incident, Curran noted the potential severity of such injuries for bowlers.

Curran's resilience is evident from his recovery from two stress fractures in his back and his decision to step away from red-ball cricket. He has performed impressively in T20 formats, taking 33 wickets at 16.21 and maintaining an economy rate of 7.88 since his return last July.

Curran's focus on contributing to his new team and continuing his successful career marks an exciting new chapter in his cricketing journey.

 

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