Queensland Cricket and Brisbane Heat CEO Terry Svenson confirmed on Wednesday that Lynn would not be offered a new contract for next season after another disappointing year where Heat finished seventh.
Svenson explained that the decision was difficult.
“It’s not a decision that has come easily to the Heat by any means,” Svenson 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 thrilled by his batting exploits.
“His appearance in a teal jumper each year would no doubt be linked by many households to the onset of their holidays, with the BBL being such an integral part of summer holidays.”
“The Heat wish him nothing but the best for the future as he transitions into another phase of his career and thank him wholeheartedly for his commitment to the game in Queensland.”
The decision was made by Queensland and Brisbane Heat’s retention and recruitment committee which includes Svenson, Kirsten Pike, board member Ian Healy, coach Wade Seccombe, selector Chris Hartley, and high-performance general manager Bennett King.
Healy, who chairs the committee, said the decision marked the beginning of the next phase at Heat.
“Chris Lynn will be missed by thousands, however, the decision we have made as a club is about building on the legacy that he leaves as a foundation player, captain and ambassador for the Heat,” Healy said. “He holds a very special place in our history.”
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