Stars issued a statement on Monday revealing that Batty and the club had parted ways by “mutual agreement” after a dismal season. They started the tournament with two wins in their first three games, but then lost six in a row, with the last game of the season washed out, to finish last in the table.
Batty, who also coaches Delhi Capitals in the WPL, had coached Stars for three seasons but they finished sixth, seventh and eighth.
“We would like to thank Jonathan and his commitment to the Stars over the past 3 years,” said Stars general manager Blair Crouch.
“We wish Jonathan and his family all the best for the future. We feel the roster is poised for success and ultimately we have again failed to reach the WBBL finals.”
The Stars have only reached the final once in WBBL history, when Trent Woodhill led them to the final in 2020-21 before losing to Sydney Thunder in the decider. Woodhill had replaced inaugural coach David Hemp, who had coached them for the first five seasons without playing finals. Woodhill left the role after one season to take up a position with cricket Australia.
Jarrad Loughnan took over for one season in 2021-22 before hiring Batty. Stars and Hobart Hurricanes remain the only two franchises that have not won a single WBBL or BBL title.
