All the Australian state squads for the 2026-27 season: Full Lists and Analysis

With the previous summer now in the rearview mirror, domestic cricket boards have finalized their rosters for the upcoming summer. Here is the comprehensive guide to All the Australian state squads for the 2026-27 season, tracking how each team is shaping up, who has made major moves, and which rookies have earned their first professional contracts.

Note: R = Rookie contract | CA = Cricket Australia contract

New South Wales

Men’s Squad

The Blues have opted for stability during the offseason, keeping squad turnover to a minimum. However, losing wicketkeeper-batter Matt Gilkes to South Australia represents a significant blow, given his regular contributions across both red and white-ball formats. On the bright side, this departure opens the door for younger players to step up under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Brad Haddin. Western Australia paceman Bryce Jackson joins the squad after being squeezed out of WA’s heavily stacked roster, where he played primarily as a white-ball specialist. Additionally, former Australia Under-19 standout Harjas Singh has earned a rookie contract. Moving away from the Blues are Blake Nikitaras, who heads to Queensland, and veteran seamer Chris Tremain, who has officially retired.

Squad List: Charlie Anderson (R), Sean Abbott, Pat Cummins (CA), Joel Davies, Ollie Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Jack Edwards, Ryan Hadley, Liam Hatcher, Josh Hazlewood (CA), Ryan Hicks, Bryce Jackson, Riley Kingsell, Sam Konstas, Nathan Lyon (CA), Nic Maddinson, Jack Nisbet, Kurtis Patterson, Josh Philippe, Will Salzmann, Tanveer Sangha, Jake Scott (R), Lachlan Shaw, Harjas Singh (R), Steven Smith (CA), Mitchell Starc (CA), Charlie Stobo, Adam Zampa (CA).

In: Bryce Jackson (WA), Harjas Singh

Out: Matt Gilkes (SA), Blake Nikitaras, Chris Tremain (retired)

Women’s Squad

The NSW women’s squad faces a massive transition following the retirement of legendary Australia skipper Alyssa Healy. To help fill the void, they have secured the services of wicketkeeper-batter Emma Manix-Geeves from Tasmania. Jade Allen and Kate Pelle have lost their contract spots, while the Blues are still awaiting confirmation on English import Georgia Adams’ availability due to her existing commitments with Hampshire.

Squad List: Samantha Bates, Caoimhe Bray, Maitlan Brown, Erin Burns, Lauren Cheatle, Sarah Coyte, Hannah Darlington, Sienna Eve, Lucy Finn (R), Tara French (R), Ashleigh Gardner (CA), Elsa Hunter, Anika Learoyd, Phoebe Litchfield (CA), Katie Mack, Emma Manix-Geeves, Claire Moore, Frankie Nicklin, Ellyse Perry (CA), Tahlia Wilson.

In: Emma Manix-Geeves (Tasmania)

Out: Jade Allen, Alyssa Healy (retired), Kate Pelle

To Be Confirmed (TBC): Georgia Adams (Hampshire)

Queensland

Men’s Squad

Queensland’s primary offseason objective was addressing their seam bowling depth, which they have done spectacularly by luring veteran campaigner Cameron Gannon back from Western Australia. Gannon will be expected to lead the attack after the Bulls struggled with consistency last summer. In a major roster shake-up, the Bulls have omitted Gurinder Sandhu, Benji Floros, and Max Bryant. Zanden Jeh, who surprisingly represented Australia A last season, has also lost his contract after failing to secure a single first-class match for the state. Furthermore, legendary former Test opener Usman Khawaja has officially retired.

Squad List: Tom Balkin, Xavier Bartlett (CA), Hugo Burdon, Jack Clayton, Cameron Gannon, Lachlan Hearne, Hayden Kerr, Marnus Labuschagne (CA), Angus Lovell, Dylan McLachlan, Michael Neser (CA), Jimmy Peirson, Matthew Renshaw, Jem Ryan, Jack Sinfield, Mark Steketee, Tom Straker, Mitchell Swepson, Callum Vidler, Hugh Weibgen, Tom Whitney, Jack Wildermuth, Tom Campbell (R), Steven Hogan (R), Charlie Lachmund (R), Oli Patterson (R).

In: Cameron Gannon (WA), Dylan McLachlan, Oli Patterson, Steven Hogan, Tom Campbell, Charlie Lachmund

Out: Gurinder Sandhu, Zanden Jeh, Benji Floros, Lachy Aitken, Max Bryant, Usman Khawaja (retired)

Women’s Squad

The biggest news out of the Fire’s camp is the omission of 35-year-old power-hitter Laura Harris, who lost her place in Queensland’s WNCL team last summer. Additionally, promising pace bowler Ruby Strange has relocated to Western Australia.

Squad List: Lily Bassingthwaighte, Bonnie Berry, Lucy Bourke, Grace Collins, Sianna Ginger, Lilli Hamilton, Lucy Hamilton (CA), Nicola Hancock, Grace Harris (CA), Jess Jonassen, Charli Knott, Annie O’Neil, Grace Parsons, Georgia Redmayne, Georgia Voll (CA), Catherine White, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Mikayla Wrigley. Rookies: Aya Kato-Stafford (R), Filippa SueSee (R).

In: Grace Collins, Lilli Hamilton, Catherine White, Aya Kato-Stafford, Filippa SueSee

Out: Ruby Strange (WA), Laura Harris

South Australia

Men’s Squad

South Australia executed a massive coup by luring CA-contracted opener Jake Weatherald back to Adelaide, despite the left-hander having two years left on his contract with Tasmania. The Redbacks have also recruited NSW wicketkeeper-batter Matt Gilkes to provide cover for Alex Carey, who will miss substantial portions of the domestic season due to international duties. Local grade cricket standout Noah McFadyen has been rewarded with a contract after dominating the local circuit, while Jerrssis Wadia joins the list following a standout Big Bash season. To make room for these additions, Sheffield Shield-winning opener Conor McInerney and seasoned batsman Daniel Drew have been omitted.

Squad List: Wes Agar, Jordan Buckingham, Alex Carey (CA), Brendan Doggett (CA), Jake Fraser‑McGurk, Matthew Gilkes, Travis Head (CA), Henry Hunt, Hanno Jacobs, Spencer Johnson, Jake Lehmann, Ben Manenti, Nathan McAndrew, Noah McFadyen, Nathan McSweeney, Harry Nielsen, Lloyd Pope, Henry Thornton, Campbell Thompson, Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Mackenzie Harvey, Jerrssis Wadia, Jake Weatherald (CA), Thomas Brown (R), Kane Halfpenny (R), Douwtjie Hoogenboezem (R), Hayden Schiller (R).

In: Matthew Gilkes (NSW), Noah McFadyen, Jerrssis Wadia, Jake Weatherald (Tasmania), Thomas Brown, Kane Halfpenny, Hayden Schiller

Out: Conor McInerney, Daniel Drew, Thomas Kelly, Aidan Cahill, Harry Matthias

Women’s Squad

The Scorpions have taken a contrasting approach to other states by naming an entirely unchanged roster for the upcoming season, despite finishing fourth in the WNCL last term. Jemma Barsby will continue to captain the squad, which features elite national talent in Tahlia McGrath, Darcie Brown, and Megan Schutt.

Squad List: Hollie Armitage, Jemma Barsby, Darcie Brown (CA), Maggie Clark (R), Emma De Broughe, Emmerson Filsell, Ellie Johnston, Eleanor Larosa, Isabella Malgioglio, Tahlia McGrath (CA), Courtney Neale, Bridget Patterson, Maddie Penna, Kate Peterson, Megan Schutt (CA), Courtney Webb, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Ella Wilson, Elizabeth Worthley.

In: None

Out: None

Tasmania

Men’s Squad

The loss of star opening batsman Jake Weatherald to South Australia is undoubtedly a setback for Tasmania, though his potential international call-ups might have limited his availability anyway. Seamer Kieren Elliott has also moved to Western Australia. However, the Tigers have secured the return of Ben McDermott on a full contract after he played last season uncontracted. Big-hitting Nikhil Chaudhary has earned a full-time spot after establishing himself as a key contributor across all formats last year, while promising young batsman Teague Wyllie has relocated from Western Australia in search of regular opportunities.

Squad List: Marcus Bean, Gabe Bell, Jackson Bird, Iain Carlisle, Nikhil Chaudhary, Jake Doran, Nathan Ellis (CA), Brad Hope, Caleb Jewell, Matthew Kuhnemann (CA), Raf MacMillian, Caelan Maladay, Ben McDermott, Riley Meredith, Lawrence Neil-Smith, Mitch Owen, Will Prestwidge, Nivethan Radhakrishnan, Jordan Silk, Billy Stanlake, Tim Ward, Beau Webster (CA), Teague Wyllie, Kasey Barton (R), Zac Curtain (R), Aidan O’Connor (R), Nitesh Samuel (R), William Taylor (R).

In: Teague Wyllie (WA), Caelan Maladay, Nikhil Chaudhary, Ben McDermott, Kasey Barton, Nitesh Samuel, William Taylor

Out: Jake Weatherald (SA), Kieran Elliott (WA), Mac Wright, Charlie Wakim

Women’s Squad

Tasmania has been highly active in the transfer market, securing the signature of England multi-format all-rounder Alice Davidson-Richards as their overseas import. They have also brought in two exciting domestic prospects: Kate Pelle, who was NSW’s top run-scorer last summer, and Ella Hayward, Victoria’s former player of the year. On the outgoing side, Emma Manix-Geeves has departed for NSW, and spinner Amy Smith has missed out on a contract.

Squad List: Nicola Carey (CA), Alice Davidson-Richards, Maisy Gibson, Ella Hayward, Ruth Johnston, Sara Kennedy, Lizelle Lee, Caity Mair, Kate Pelle, Tabatha Saville, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Courtney Sippel, Lauren Smith, Naomi Stalenberg, Rachel Trenaman, Elyse Villani, Callie Wilson, Ava Curtis (R), Mia Barwick (R).

In: Kate Pelle (NSW), Ella Hayward (VIC), Alice Davidson-Richards (ENG), Caity Mair

Out: Kathryn Bryce, Amy Smith, Emma Manix-Geeves (NSW)

Victoria

Men’s Squad

Victoria has prioritized continuity, keeping their Sheffield Shield runners-up squad together. The major talking point is the absence of superstar all-rounder Matt Short from the contract list. Short has decided to go freelance to play in lucrative global T20 leagues after losing his central CA contract. Crucially, he will still be available for Victorian selection in Sheffield Shield and One-Day Cup matches when he is not playing abroad. Similarly, Glenn Maxwell is open to representing Victoria in 50-over matches despite his international ODI retirement. Bowlers Xavier Crone and Callum Stow have missed out on contracts but remain in the frame for selection.

Squad List: Austin Anlezark, Liam Blackford, Scott Boland (CA), Dylan Brasher, Ashley Chandrasinghe, Harry Dixon, Sam Elliott, Peter Handscomb, Sam Harper, Marcus Harris, Campbell Kellaway, Blake Macdonald, Cam McClure, David Moody, Todd Murphy (CA), Fergus O’Neill, Oliver Peake, Mitch Perry, Tyler Pearson, Tom Rogers, Will Sutherland, Doug Warre, Harry Hoekstra (R), Tom Paddington (R), Aryan Sharma (R).

In: Harry Hoekstra, Tom Paddington, Aryan Sharma

Out: Xavier Crone, Jai Lemire, Glenn Maxwell, Matt Short, Callum Stow

Women’s Squad

The Victorian women’s team has seen significant changes. Former Australia captain Meg Lanning has elected to go freelance, freeing her up to play in overseas tournaments throughout the season. Key players Ella Hayward and Sasha Moloney have moved to Tasmania, and Sophie Reid was not offered a contract. On a positive note, fast bowler Tayla Vlaeminck returns to the Victorian state contract list after losing her Cricket Australia central contract.

Squad List: Ira Aery, Sophie Day, Samara Dulvin, Nicole Faltum, Tess Flintoff, Kim Garth (CA), Hasrat Gill, Olivia Henry, Milly Illingworth, Bronte Leishman (R), Rhys McKenna, Sophie Molineux (CA), Indigo Noble, Mia Perrin, Georgia Prestwidge, Zoe Samuel, Molly Strano, Annabel Sutherland (CA), Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham (CA).

In: Ira Aery, Zoe Samuel, Mia Perrin

Out: Meg Lanning, Ella Hayward (Tas), Sasha Moloney, Sophie Reid

Western Australia

Men’s Squad

Western Australia faced a massive roster crunch after both Jhye Richardson and Lance Morris lost their central Cricket Australia contracts, requiring WA to find space for them on the state list. To bolster their attack, they have signed Kieran Elliott from Tasmania. However, these squad pressures meant that domestic one-day leading wicket-taker Bryce Jackson (NSW) and young batter Teague Wyllie (Tasmania) had to be released. Crucially, last summer’s player of the season Cameron Gannon has also departed, returning to Queensland for family reasons.

Squad List: Cameron Bancroft, Mahli Beardman, Simon Budge (R), Hilton Cartwright, Cooper Connolly, Brody Couch, Kieran Elliott, Albert Esterhuysen (R), Sam Fanning, Jayden Goodwin, Cameron Green (CA), Aaron Hardie, Liam Haskett, Josh Inglis (CA), Will Malajczuk, Mitchell Marsh (CA), Tom Murray, Lance Morris, Joel Paris, Jordan Quiggin (R), Jhye Richardson, Corey Rocchiccioli, Ashton Turner, Corey Wasley (R), Sam Whiteman.

In: Kieran Elliott (Tasmania), Will Malajczuk, Tom Murray

Out: Keaton Critchell, Cameron Gannon, Baxter Holt, Bryce Jackson, Teague Wyllie, Matt Kelly

Women’s Squad

Western Australia has secured a superb signing in pace bowler Ruby Strange from Queensland, who previously starred for the Perth Scorchers in the WBBL. On the other side of the ledger, young left-arm spinner Charis Bekker has stepped away from professional cricket to pursue further studies in the United States, and veteran bowler Piepa Cleary has announced her retirement. Chloe Ainsworth joins Heather Graham, Alana King, and Beth Mooney on the CA contracted list.

Squad List: Chloe Ainsworth (CA), Zoe Britcliffe, Mathilda Carmichael, Maddy Darke, Amy Edgar, Heather Graham (CA), Mikayla Hinkley, Ebony Hoskin, Alana King (CA), Shay Manolini, Rebecca McGrath, Ines McKeon, Lilly Mills, Beth Mooney (CA), Taneale Peschel, Chloe Piparo, Ruby Strange, Maddie White, Tegan Williamson, Chloe Bartholomew (R).

In: Ruby Strange (Queensland), Tegan Williamson, Chloe Bartholomew

Out: Charis Bekker, Piepa Cleary (retired)