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Haris Rauf’s Melbourne Stars chapter to end as Adelaide Strikers push for signing

The Adelaide Strikers are poised to finalize a deal with Pakistani fast bowler Haris Rauf, ending his five-season tenure with the Melbourne Stars. The 32-year-old, known for his explosive pace and ability to dismantle batting lineups, has taken 20 wickets in his last BBL season and is one of only 10 bowlers in league history to claim a hat-trick.

His international credentials—including 133 T20I wickets at an average of 21.11—make him a prime target for Adelaide, which has already bolstered its squad with England captain Ben Stokes and New Zealand batter Mark Chapman for the upcoming BBL 2026-27 season. The Strikers’ pursuit of Rauf comes after losing England all-rounder Jamie Overton to the Melbourne Stars, signaling a strategic push to strengthen their bowling attack with elite international experience.

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