One of the most innovative aspects of the Big Bash League (BBL) is the fact that players can leave their existing franchises in favour of teams offering better contractual terms. They are independent and empowered to act as they deem fit for their career considering their capabilities and opportunities.

Legendary chinaman Brad Hogg opted to make a move to the Melbourne Renegades from the Perth Scorchers in a deal which left fans, his former team management and experts shocked. Let&#8217;s take a look at 5 such interesting player tradeoffs this season:

1. Peter Neville from Renegades to Sixers

<a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/12/Peter-Nevill.jpg"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-200017" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Peter-Nevill.jpg" alt="Peter Neville poses during the Sydney Sixers" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-200017" class="wp-caption-text">Peter Neville poses during the Sydney Sixers BBL headshots session. (Photo by Mark Nolan/Getty Images)</figcaption>

Wicketkeeper-batsman Peter Neville has decided to switch over to the Sydney Sixers after representing the Melbourne Renegades for five seasons in an exciting addition to the side. One major factor behind this decision may have been the competition he faced from fellow gloveman <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/hobart-hurricanes-swap-beau-webster-to-secure-services-of-tasmanian-keeper-matthew-wade/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Matthew Wade</a> at his former club.

Having won BBL01 with the Sixers, it will be a happy homecoming for Neville having played with the Sixers before and enjoying a good rapport with his former teammates.

&#8220;The Sydney Sixers are very pleased that one of NSW and their own favourite sons is coming home to continue his T20 career,&#8221; said coach Greg Shipperd. &#8220;Peter brings his experiences from outside back with him and we hope to utilise his domestic and international knowledge in our favour. Highly respected throughout the cricketing community he will fit straight back into a squad he knows well.&#8221;

2. Callum Ferguson from Renegades to Thunder

<a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/12/Callum-Ferguson.jpg"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-200016" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Callum-Ferguson.jpg" alt="Callum Ferguson" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-200016" class="wp-caption-text">Callum Ferguson. (Photo Source: Getty Images)</figcaption>

With 610 runs in 34 matches, at a strike rate of 119.14, Callum Ferguson is nothing short of a grab for any franchise. The reliable batsman has previously been a part of the Adelaide Strikers and spent 3 seasons at the Melbourne Renegades before switching over this season to the Sydney Thunder.

Thunder team director said:

“Callum is one of the most talented batsman in Australia,” said Sydney Thunder Director of Cricket Michael Hussey. “He’s been one of our main targets throughout the off-season and we know that there was a lot of competition for his signature. Callum brings a lot of experience and has played at the very highest level, we’re all very excited to welcome him to the club.”

3. Peter Siddle from Renegades to Strikers

<a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/03/Peter-Siddle-of-Australia.jpg"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-119857" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Peter-Siddle-of-Australia.jpg" alt="Peter Siddle of Australia" width="600" height="409" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-119857" class="wp-caption-text">Peter Siddle of Australia. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)</figcaption>

32-year-old fast bowler Peter Siddle who has been extremely effective for the Australian cricket team in the past has been signed by the Adelaide Strikers from the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/melbourne-renegades-sign-mohammad-nabi-kieron-pollard-bbl/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Melbourne Renegades</a>. Siddle missed the last edition due to injury which may have been a factor behind the Renegades&#8217; decision considering his struggle with injuries.

Siddle can generate bounce from any surface and bowl at a venomous pace with variations which makes this an exciting decision. &#8220;We feel we’ve just got a great coup in Siddle and he adds considerable depth,” Strikers coach Jason Gillespie said. &#8220;He’s also a great guy and we’re really looking forward to him playing an important role in the next few years.&#8221;

<a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2016/06/HodgeGettyImages-501837574.jpg"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-74248" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/HodgeGettyImages-501837574.jpg" alt="Brad Hodge" width="600" height="411" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-74248" class="wp-caption-text">Brad Hodge of the Adelaide Strikers. (Photo by Daniel Kalisz &#8211; CA/Cricket Australia/Getty Images)</figcaption>

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/travis-head-named-captain-of-the-adelaide-strikers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adelaide Strikers</a> are all set to lose their captain Brad Hodge who has opted to return to his home state instead. The 42-year-old is one of the most tactically astute players currently which makes this nothing short of a coup for the Renegades whom he represented in BBL 01. Hodge enjoyed a glorious BBL 06 campaign smashing 281 at a strike rate of 130 for the Strikers.

Head coach Andrew McDonald seemed extremely pleased with this acquisition -“Hodgey is one of the best T20 players the game has seen so to land him is a really big boost for the team. His contribution will extend well beyond runs on the scoreboard. He’ll be an important sounding board for our leaders and will be able to provide some great insight for our younger squad members.&#8221;

5. Kane Richardson from Strikers to Renegades

<a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/12/Kane-Richardson.jpg"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-200019" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Kane-Richardson.jpg" alt="Kane Richardson" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-200019" class="wp-caption-text">Kane Richardson during the Melbourne Renegades BBL headshots session. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)</figcaption>

Pace spearhead Kane Richardson has decided to join the Melbourne Renegades for the next five seasons of the BBL after finishing as the leading wicket-taker for his former outfit Adelaide Strikers in the first 6 seasons.

Richardson scooped seven wickets in just 3 matches for the Australians during their tour of India when flown in as cover for Ashton Agar who was injured. Richardson seems like a good acquisition considering his recent form and overall success in the league considering the recent loss of Peter Siddle.

Renegades coach Andrew McDonald made the following statements about the signing:

&#8220;It will be great to have Richo(Richardson) in red and doing an important job for us. He&#8217;s aggressive with the white ball and a very good set of hands in the field which is hugely important under the pressure of the T20 environment.&#8221;

One of the most innovative aspects of the Big Bash League (BBL)&nbsp;is the fact that players can leave their existing franchises in favour of teams offering better contractual terms. They are independent and empowered to act as they deem fit for their career considering their capabilities and opportunities.
Legendary chinaman Brad Hogg opted to make a move to the Melbourne Renegades from the Perth Scorchers in a deal which left fans, his former team management and experts shocked. Let’s take a look at 5 such interesting player tradeoffs this season:
<h3>1. Peter Neville from Renegades&nbsp;to Sixers</h3>
<figure id="attachment_200017" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-200017" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/12/Peter-Nevill.jpg"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-200017" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Peter-Nevill.jpg" alt="Peter Neville poses during the Sydney Sixers" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-200017" class="wp-caption-text">Peter Neville poses during the Sydney Sixers BBL headshots session. (Photo by Mark Nolan/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
Wicketkeeper-batsman Peter Neville has decided to switch over to the Sydney Sixers after representing the Melbourne Renegades for five seasons in an exciting addition to the side. One major factor behind this decision may have been the competition he faced from fellow gloveman <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/hobart-hurricanes-swap-beau-webster-to-secure-services-of-tasmanian-keeper-matthew-wade/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Matthew Wade</a> at his former club.
Having won BBL01 with the Sixers, it will be a happy homecoming for Neville having played with the Sixers before and enjoying a good rapport with his former teammates.
Sixers coach said:
“The Sydney Sixers are very pleased that one of NSW and their own favourite sons is coming home to continue his T20 career,” said coach Greg Shipperd.&nbsp;“Peter brings his experiences from outside back with him and we hope to utilise his domestic and international knowledge in our favour. Highly respected throughout the cricketing community he will fit straight back into a squad he knows well.”
<h3>2. Callum Ferguson from Renegades to Thunder</h3>
<figure id="attachment_200016" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-200016" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/12/Callum-Ferguson.jpg"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-200016" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Callum-Ferguson.jpg" alt="Callum Ferguson" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-200016" class="wp-caption-text">Callum Ferguson. (Photo Source: Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
With 610 runs in 34 matches, at a strike rate of 119.14, Callum Ferguson is nothing short of a grab for any franchise. The reliable batsman has previously been a part of the Adelaide Strikers and spent 3 seasons at the Melbourne Renegades before switching over this season to the Sydney Thunder.
Thunder team director said:
“Callum is one of the most talented batsman in Australia,” said Sydney Thunder Director of Cricket Michael Hussey.&nbsp;“He’s been one of our main targets throughout the off-season and we know that there was a lot of competition for his signature.&nbsp;Callum brings a lot of experience and has played at the very highest level, we’re all very excited to welcome him to the club.”
<h3>3. Peter Siddle from Renegades to Strikers</h3>
<figure id="attachment_119857" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-119857" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/03/Peter-Siddle-of-Australia.jpg"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-119857" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Peter-Siddle-of-Australia.jpg" alt="Peter Siddle of Australia" width="600" height="409" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-119857" class="wp-caption-text">Peter Siddle of Australia. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
32-year-old fast bowler Peter Siddle who has been extremely effective for the Australian cricket team in the past has been signed by the Adelaide Strikers from the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/melbourne-renegades-sign-mohammad-nabi-kieron-pollard-bbl/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Melbourne Renegades</a>. Siddle missed the last edition due to injury which may have been a factor behind the Renegades’ decision considering his struggle with injuries.
Strikers coach said:
Siddle can generate bounce from any surface and bowl at a venomous pace with variations which makes this an exciting decision. “We feel we’ve just got a great coup in Siddle and he adds considerable depth,” Strikers coach Jason Gillespie said. “He’s also a great guy and we’re really looking forward to him playing an important role in the next few years.”
<h3>4. Brad Hodge from Strikers to Renegades</h3>
<figure id="attachment_74248" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-74248" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2016/06/HodgeGettyImages-501837574.jpg"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-74248" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/HodgeGettyImages-501837574.jpg" alt="Brad Hodge" width="600" height="411" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-74248" class="wp-caption-text">Brad Hodge of the Adelaide Strikers. (Photo by Daniel Kalisz – CA/Cricket Australia/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/travis-head-named-captain-of-the-adelaide-strikers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adelaide Strikers</a> are all set to lose their captain Brad Hodge who has opted to return to his home state instead. The 42-year-old is one of the most tactically astute players currently which makes this nothing short of a coup for the Renegades whom he represented in BBL 01. Hodge enjoyed a glorious BBL 06 campaign smashing 281 at a strike rate of 130 for the Strikers.
Renegades coach said:
Head coach Andrew McDonald seemed extremely pleased with this acquisition -“Hodgey is one of the best T20 players the game has seen so to land him is a really big boost for the team.&nbsp;His contribution will extend well beyond runs on the scoreboard. He’ll be an important sounding board for our leaders and will be able to provide some great insight for our younger squad members.”
<h3>5. Kane Richardson from Strikers to Renegades</h3>
<figure id="attachment_200019" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-200019" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/12/Kane-Richardson.jpg"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-200019" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Kane-Richardson.jpg" alt="Kane Richardson" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-200019" class="wp-caption-text">Kane Richardson during the Melbourne Renegades BBL headshots session. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
Pace spearhead Kane Richardson has decided to join the Melbourne Renegades for the next five seasons of the BBL after finishing as the leading wicket-taker for his former outfit Adelaide Strikers in the first 6 seasons.
Richardson scooped seven wickets in just 3 matches for the Australians during their tour of India when flown in as cover for Ashton Agar who was injured. Richardson seems like a good acquisition considering his recent form and overall success in the league considering the recent loss of Peter Siddle.
Renegades coach Andrew McDonald made the following statements about the signing:&nbsp;
“It will be great to have Richo(Richardson) in red and doing an important job for us. He’s aggressive with the white ball and a very good set of hands in the field which is hugely important under the pressure of the T20 environment.”

One of the most innovative aspects of the Big Bash League (BBL) is the fact that players can leave their existing franchises in favour of teams offering better contractual terms. They are independent and empowered to act as they deem fit for their career considering their capabilities and opportunities.
Legendary chinaman Brad Hogg opted to make a move to the Melbourne Renegades from the Perth Scorchers in a deal which left fans, his former team management and experts shocked. Let&#8217;s take a look at 5 such interesting player tradeoffs this season:
<h3>1. Peter Neville from Renegades to Sixers</h3>
<figure id="attachment_200017" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-200017" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/12/Peter-Nevill.jpg"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-200017" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Peter-Nevill.jpg" alt="Peter Neville poses during the Sydney Sixers" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-200017" class="wp-caption-text">Peter Neville poses during the Sydney Sixers BBL headshots session. (Photo by Mark Nolan/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
Wicketkeeper-batsman Peter Neville has decided to switch over to the Sydney Sixers after representing the Melbourne Renegades for five seasons in an exciting addition to the side. One major factor behind this decision may have been the competition he faced from fellow gloveman <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/hobart-hurricanes-swap-beau-webster-to-secure-services-of-tasmanian-keeper-matthew-wade/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Matthew Wade</a> at his former club.
Having won BBL01 with the Sixers, it will be a happy homecoming for Neville having played with the Sixers before and enjoying a good rapport with his former teammates.
Sixers coach said:
&#8220;The Sydney Sixers are very pleased that one of NSW and their own favourite sons is coming home to continue his T20 career,&#8221; said coach Greg Shipperd. &#8220;Peter brings his experiences from outside back with him and we hope to utilise his domestic and international knowledge in our favour. Highly respected throughout the cricketing community he will fit straight back into a squad he knows well.&#8221;
<h3>2. Callum Ferguson from Renegades to Thunder</h3>
<figure id="attachment_200016" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-200016" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/12/Callum-Ferguson.jpg"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-200016" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Callum-Ferguson.jpg" alt="Callum Ferguson" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-200016" class="wp-caption-text">Callum Ferguson. (Photo Source: Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
With 610 runs in 34 matches, at a strike rate of 119.14, Callum Ferguson is nothing short of a grab for any franchise. The reliable batsman has previously been a part of the Adelaide Strikers and spent 3 seasons at the Melbourne Renegades before switching over this season to the Sydney Thunder.
Thunder team director said:
“Callum is one of the most talented batsman in Australia,” said Sydney Thunder Director of Cricket Michael Hussey. “He’s been one of our main targets throughout the off-season and we know that there was a lot of competition for his signature. Callum brings a lot of experience and has played at the very highest level, we’re all very excited to welcome him to the club.”
<h3>3. Peter Siddle from Renegades to Strikers</h3>
<figure id="attachment_119857" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-119857" style="width: 600px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/03/Peter-Siddle-of-Australia.jpg"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-119857" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Peter-Siddle-of-Australia.jpg" alt="Peter Siddle of Australia" width="600" height="409" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-119857" class="wp-caption-text">Peter Siddle of Australia. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
32-year-old fast bowler Peter Siddle who has been extremely effective for the Australian cricket team in the past has been signed by the Adelaide Strikers from the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/melbourne-renegades-sign-mohammad-nabi-kieron-pollard-bbl/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Melbourne Renegades</a>. Siddle missed the last edition due to injury which may have been a factor behind the Renegades&#8217; decision considering his struggle with injuries.
Strikers coach said:
Siddle can generate bounce from any surface and bowl at a venomous pace with variations which makes this an exciting decision. &#8220;We feel we’ve just got a great coup in Siddle and he adds considerable depth,” Strikers coach Jason Gillespie said. &#8220;He’s also a great guy and we’re really looking forward to him playing an important role in the next few years.&#8221;
<h3>4. Brad Hodge from Strikers to Renegades</h3>
<figure id="attachment_74248" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-74248" style="width: 600px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2016/06/HodgeGettyImages-501837574.jpg"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-74248" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/HodgeGettyImages-501837574.jpg" alt="Brad Hodge" width="600" height="411" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-74248" class="wp-caption-text">Brad Hodge of the Adelaide Strikers. (Photo by Daniel Kalisz &#8211; CA/Cricket Australia/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/travis-head-named-captain-of-the-adelaide-strikers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adelaide Strikers</a> are all set to lose their captain Brad Hodge who has opted to return to his home state instead. The 42-year-old is one of the most tactically astute players currently which makes this nothing short of a coup for the Renegades whom he represented in BBL 01. Hodge enjoyed a glorious BBL 06 campaign smashing 281 at a strike rate of 130 for the Strikers.
Renegades coach said:
Head coach Andrew McDonald seemed extremely pleased with this acquisition -“Hodgey is one of the best T20 players the game has seen so to land him is a really big boost for the team. His contribution will extend well beyond runs on the scoreboard. He’ll be an important sounding board for our leaders and will be able to provide some great insight for our younger squad members.&#8221;
<h3>5. Kane Richardson from Strikers to Renegades</h3>
<figure id="attachment_200019" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-200019" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/12/Kane-Richardson.jpg"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-200019" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Kane-Richardson.jpg" alt="Kane Richardson" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-200019" class="wp-caption-text">Kane Richardson during the Melbourne Renegades BBL headshots session. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
Pace spearhead Kane Richardson has decided to join the Melbourne Renegades for the next five seasons of the BBL after finishing as the leading wicket-taker for his former outfit Adelaide Strikers in the first 6 seasons.
Richardson scooped seven wickets in just 3 matches for the Australians during their tour of India when flown in as cover for Ashton Agar who was injured. Richardson seems like a good acquisition considering his recent form and overall success in the league considering the recent loss of Peter Siddle.
Renegades coach Andrew McDonald made the following statements about the signing: 
&#8220;It will be great to have Richo(Richardson) in red and doing an important job for us. He&#8217;s aggressive with the white ball and a very good set of hands in the field which is hugely important under the pressure of the T20 environment.&#8221;

BBL 2017-18: 5 Interesting player trade offs this season

The players in BBL are independent and empowered to act as they deem fit for their career considering their capabilities and opportunities.

2. Callum Ferguson from Renegades to Thunder