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Big Bash League: Brisbane Heat have re-signed Max Bryant on a two-year deal, following the departure of big-hitting opener Josh Brown to the Melbourne Renegades, the Big Bash League (BBL) club said on Tuesday.

Bryant, who debuted as an opening batter in 2018, has transitioned into a middle-order role and ranked third on the Heat's all-time run-scoring list with 1258 runs and trails only all-time leading BBL scorer Chis Lynn (3005) and 100-gamer Jimmy Peirson (1689).

"There were plenty of offers talked about, but I was keen to stay on with the boys. Winning the title last season after going so close the summer before is the highlight of my career to date. There's a lot of opportunities ahead for us as a club and I'm keen to make the most of them," said Bryant.