“I am excited to join the Renegades and look forward to being a part of the Big Bash this season,” Guptill said.
“This is a new challenge for me, and it will be nice to call Melbourne home for the summer. I will be looking to score as many runs as I can to help get the Renegades back on the ladder and continue the team’s success.”
“I’ve crossed paths with a few guys over the years on the international circuit and know it will be a great environment to be part of the team.
“I can’t wait to join the team after Christmas and play in front of the Renegades fans at Marvel Stadium. [Docklands] And in Geelong.”
“We are delighted to have a player of Martin’s caliber join the Renegades and are excited that he has chosen to play for our club,” said Renegades General Manager James Rosengarten.
“Martin’s record for New Zealand in the shortest form of the game and in domestic competitions around the world over a longer period speaks for itself.
“We know Martin will add a wealth of experience and knowledge to our sporting group and look forward to seeing what he can produce in red.
“Signing Martin and Andre over the past month has been a great result for our club.
“With Andre playing the first four matches and Martin joining us from there, we now have a world-class player available for the duration of the tournament who will help us give ourselves every chance of success in BBL|12. “
