Kapp’s Exit Opens Spot for England Duo Danny Gibson and Amy Jones at Melbourne Stars

The departure of Marizanne Kapp from the Melbourne Stars roster has cleared the way for a high‑profile English pair to return for the upcoming WBBL season.

All‑rounder Danny Gibson, noted for her powerful hitting, and seasoned wicket‑keeper Amy Jones, who scored 234 runs at an average of 21.27 in 2025, have both re‑signed with the franchise. Gibson’s 170 runs at a strike rate of 139.34 and Jones’s top score of 59 underline their capability to change matches.

Jones will become the second‑highest run‑scorer in WBBL 11 history for the Stars, while Gibson adds depth as a genuine all‑rounder who can deliver with both bat and ball. Their inclusion is intended to strengthen a line‑up that lost one of the world’s best all‑rounders.

Club officials highlighted that securing two players with complementary skill sets provides balance to the squad, offering a reliable wicket‑keeping option and an additional pace‑bowling threat.