Cricket: Ellyse Perry rejoins NSW after six-year Victoria stint

New Delhi: Ellyse Perry is returning to New South Wales after spending six years representing Victoria in state cricket.

Despite her limited availability - just 20 Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) matches for Victoria due to international duties - Perry impressed with 1052 runs at an average of 75.14 and took 13 wickets.

Her return to NSW, the reigning WNCL champions, comes with similar restrictions, as she will miss the early part of next season while competing in the ODI World Cup. However, there could be a window for her to play in January ahead of Australia’s multi-format series against India.

During her time with Victoria, Perry continued to represent the Sydney Sixers in the WBBL.

“The last six years I’ve spent in Melbourne and at Cricket Victoria have been extremely fond ones and I’m incredibly grateful for all the opportunities and memories that I’ll cherish,” Perry said.

“I’m really looking forward to being back in Sydney and closer to my family and longtime friends. It’s been lovely to stay in touch with CNSW through the Sixers and I feel very fortunate to be walking back into a world class program led by Leah Poulton and her staff.”

Leah Poulton, Head of Female Elite Cricket at Cricket NSW, said Perry’s return is a significant moment for the program. (IANS)

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