Despite recording the second-most runs in BBL|11, middle-order batsman Jonathan Wells has been cut by the Adelaide Strikers as they begin their planning for the next edition of the domestic T20 competition.
Wells has been a mainstay in the BBL across 111 matches in the league, currently placed fourth on the all-time runs tally with only Chris Lynn, Aaron Finch and Glenn Maxwell having recorded more runs.
A stunning BBL|09 series saw the Tasmanian record 478 runs at an average of 68.29, a league-high across the competition that saw him in contention for international selection with Australia.
Wells added another 501 runs to his career tally in the most recent instalment of the BBL, scoring four half-centuries as he showcased his world-class ability to play square of the wicket.
While Wells is among the top bracket of dependable players in the nation, his future remains up in the air following the Strikers' list call to part ways with the 33-year-old.
Now looking to join a third BBL franchise, we name the potential landing spots for Jonathan Wells prior to BBL|12.
2. Brisbane Heat
Like the Renegades, the Heat suffered a poor BBL|11, recording just three wins from 14 matches.
An alarming issue for Brisbane was their lack of prominent run scorers given Chris Lynn's drop in form, with Ben Duckett leading the Heat's tally with 302 runs for the tournament, ranking him 20th in the league.
Lynn and fellow opener Max Bryant failed to impress, while their reinforcements were unable to build a foundation in the middle order, prompting concerns for their depth.
Wells would slot into any spot between 1-5 in the order and can be a reliable runs builder that can take pressure off his partner at the crease.
With Lynn's future also up in the air, the Heat may need to cement reliable recruits early as they turn their attention to BBL|12.
