Lynn-sanity as Heat cut ties with axeman

CHRIS Lynn has sensationally split with Brisbane Heat in a move that could spark a bidding war among rival BBL clubs for the competition’s highest run-scorer.

The Heat confirmed it would not offer the 32-yearold another deal, bringing to an end his decade-long stay at the club.

Lynn was stood down as captain before the start of last season and there had been rumours that the club, which has won just one title and has often underachieved, would head in a different direction. His exit is likely to trigger a bidding war among rival clubs.

Queensland Cricket and Brisbane Heat CEO Terry Svenson said the decision had only been made after deep consideration following the Heat’s seventh place finish.

“It’s not a decision that has come easily to the Heat by any means,’’ he said. “Chris Lynn and his feats have made an indelible impression on the club, and his efforts over more than a decade can rightly be said to have had an enormously positive effect on cricket.

“We should gratefully acknowledge the influence he has had on a generation of kids who have grown up thrilling to his batting exploits.”