Vettori vacates hot seat

The odds of Brendon McCullum becoming the next Brisbane Heat coach just shortened after Daniel Vettori announced he was leaving the Big Bash League franchise. Vettori yesterday said he’d decided not to renew his contract for next year after a difficult season. ‘‘After careful consideration over the past few weeks, I have decided not to seek a contract renewal as head coach of the Brisbane Heat. I told the playing group and coaching and support staff of my decision before last night’s match [against the Melbourne Stars].’’ McCullum had already announced this would be his final BBL season as he looks to begin a coaching career.