The Melbourne Renegades have released a statement just under two hours ahead of their BBL clash against Adelaide Strikers, confirming the axing of captain Nic Maddinson.
Maddinson has scored just 6, 15, 19 and 9 in this BBL campaign and has been dropped due to "inconsistent form".
Renegades head coach David Saker admitted the skipper's return with the bat has been disappointing.
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"Evidently his form hasn't been up to a standard we expect and unfortunately we've had to make the tough call," Saker said.
"To his credit, Maddo was the first to put his hand up and has been first class in the way he's presented himself.
"He's missed a lot of cricket due his knee injury and while his preparation to date has been sound, it's extremely tough to come back after such a long layoff and launch into a Big Bash season.
"He's a terrific leader for our club and will continue to press for re-selection and play a crucial role for us as we aim to turn our season around."
Maddinson's replacement in the team will be announced at the bat toss while Will Sutherland will captain the side.
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