Big Bash League (BBL) revealed its platinum players who will be eligible to be selected in the first round of Sunday's BBL draft. It also showed the latest addition to the BBL draft. 

In addition to ace New Zealand fast bowler Trent Boult and powerful all-arounder Andre Russell, the Big Bash League has announced 12 platinum-level players who are eligible to be selected in the first round of the inaugural BBL Draft. Russell played five games for the club last season, making him eligible for retention by the Melbourne Stars, who have the second pick in Sunday's BBL 12 Draft.