Stars lose Kapp while acquiring Gibson and Jones for WBBL 2026
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 5:23 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The Melbourne Stars have confirmed the departure of Marizanne Kapp, who opted out of her contract with one year remaining to focus on international commitments. In a strategic move ahead of the WBBL 2026 season, the Stars have signed players Gibson and Jones. The roster changes reflect the team's ongoing strategy to build a competitive squad for the upcoming season.
- •Marizanne Kapp opts out to focus on international commitments
- •Stars sign Gibson and Jones for WBBL 2026
- •Kapp had one year remaining on her contract
- 5:23 AMESPNcricinfo — Stars lose Kapp but acquire Gibson and Jones for WBBL 2026
"Marizanne Kapp, who had one year left on her contract, has opted out to focus on her international commitments
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