Born in Wahroonga, Sydney, on 3 November 1990, Ellyse Alexandra Perry was raised in a sports-loving family—her father Mark played cricket and squash, and her mother swam competitively. A natural athlete, she excelled in both cricket and soccer, showing signs of prodigious talent from a young age. Perry attended Pymble Ladies’ College, where she further honed her sporting skills and developed the discipline that would define her career.
By age 16, Perry made history representing Australia in both ICC and FIFA World Cups—becoming the youngest player to debut for the national cricket team before her 17th birthday. Her dual-sport achievement remains one of the rarest feats in Australian sporting history, earning her recognition as a generational talent with an exceptional work ethic and mental resilience.
Standing at 176 cm, Perry is renowned for her disciplined fitness, mental resilience, and leadership. She maintains an active, balanced lifestyle focused on recovery, nutrition, and strategic training. Not only a fierce competitor on-field, she also acts as a role model for women’s sport and has played key roles in programs like the Australian Cricket Women & Girls Action Plan.
Off the field, Perry enjoys playing guitar, writing, and reading—often immersing herself in literature during tours. She also has a passion for music and nature, frequently spending downtime at the beach or exploring the outdoors with friends and family.
Perry remains grounded in strong family values. While she keeps her private life low-profile, it’s known that she enjoys traveling and working out. There’s no public record of marriage or children. Her brother Damien also engaged in cricket, and the family’s sporting legacy continues to influence her journey.
Perry started with the New South Wales Breakers in the 2007–08 WNCL season, immediately impressing (e.g., 2/29 on debut). Transitioning into the WBBL with the Sydney Sixers, she became captain, leading them to multiple finals. In WBBL|04 (2018–19), she topped both runs (778) and was named Player of the Tournament. In 2025, she signed with Hampshire Hawks for the English T20 Vitality Blast and extended her Sixers contract through 2027.
Perry debuted in ODIs in July 2007 and Tests/T20Is in early 2008. Over her enduring career (2007–2025 so far), she has achieved iconic status.
| Format | Matches | Runs | Ave | 100s/50s | Wkts | Ave | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 14 | 930 | 58.12 | 2/4 | 39 | 21.82 | 6/32 |
| ODIs | 155 | 4,187 | 48.68 | 3/35 | 166 | 25.37 | 7/22 |
| T20Is | 168 | 2,173 | 31.04 | 0/9 | 126 | 18.92 | 4/12 |
Highlights:
First Australian to score 1000 runs and take 100 wickets in T20Is .
Holds the highest Test score by an Australian woman (213*).
Over 8 world championship wins, including 2 ODI World Cups and 6 T20 World Cups.
Outstanding performances:
213* in Ashes Test at North Sydney, becoming first Aussie woman Test double-centurion.
2017 Ashes Test: 6/32 bowling and Player of the Series
In the WPL for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (2023–2025), Perry scored 372 runs in 2024, and holds 8 fifties in the league. She also hit 25 sixes and 109 fours over her WPL tenure. Her presence boosts both performance and visibility of women’s franchise cricket in India. Beyond her stats, Perry has mentored younger players, showcased exceptional consistency, and delivered match-winning all-round performances—cementing her as one of the league’s most influential international stars.
Perry underwent ankle injury struggles during the 2013 World Cup but played through pain to help secure victory—a testament to her tenacity. She’s maintained top fitness across formats, recovering swiftly and avoiding serious long-term breaks. Throughout nearly two decades, Perry adapted training methods to manage workload, prep for major tournaments, and extend longevity.
