All the Australian state squads for the 2026-27 season | Full Lists & Player Moves

All the Australian state squads for the 2026-27 season

As the dust settles on the 2025-26 Australian summer, attention shifts to the foundations being laid for the 2026-27 domestic season. With retirements, cross-border moves, and emerging talents stepping into the spotlight, all six state associations have reshaped their squads in significant ways. Below is a full, updated breakdown of all the Australian state squads for the 2026-27 season — tracking every contract change, rookie promotion, and strategic signing.

New South Wales

The NSW Blues have retained much of their core, benefiting from a stable base of Cricket Australia (CA) contracted stars like Pat Cummins, Steven Smith, and Mitchell Starc. However, the departure of Matt Gilkes to South Australia leaves a gap behind the stumps, though young gun Harjas Singh has been handed a rookie deal to develop in that space.

Western Australia quick Bryce Jackson joins the pace attack after being used primarily in white-ball cricket. Meanwhile, Blake Nikitaras departs for Queensland as an uncontracted player, and veteran Chris Tremain has officially retired.

Men’s Squad:
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)

Women’s Update:
A major shift sees Alyssa Healy retire from state cricket, ending an era for NSW. Emma Manix-Geeves arrives from Tasmania, while Jade Allen and Kate Pelle lose contracts. Georgia Adams’ availability remains uncertain due to her ongoing stint with Hampshire.

Key Moves:
In: Bryce Jackson (WA), Harjas Singh, Emma Manix-Geeves (Tas)
Out: Matt Gilkes (SA), Blake Nikitaras, Chris Tremain (retired), Jade Allen, Alyssa Healy (retired), Kate Pelle

Queensland

The Bulls have addressed their bowling depth by re-signing Cameron Gannon from Western Australia, a major boost after a thin seam attack last season. Usman Khawaja retires from state duties, while Zanden Jeh, Gurinder Sandhu, and Max Bryant miss out on contracts.

Men’s Squad:
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)

Women’s Shifts:
Veteran Laura Harris has been released, while Ruby Strange departs for WA. Queensland welcomed Grace Collins, Lilli Hamilton, and several rookies, including Aya Kato-Stafford and Filippa SueSee.

Key Moves:
In: Cameron Gannon (WA), Grace Collins, Lilli Hamilton, Catherine White, Aya Kato-Stafford, Filippa SueSee
Out: Gurinder Sandhu, Zanden Jeh, Laura Harris, Ruby Strange (WA)

South Australia

South Australia made a statement by bringing back CA-contracted Jake Weatherald from Tasmania, a move that strengthens their top order. Matt Gilkes joins from NSW to support Alex Carey, who’ll miss much of the season due to Test commitments. Noah McFadyen and Jerrssis Wadia earn contracts after strong performances.

Men’s Squad:
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)

Women’s Squad:
Unchanged for 2026-27 despite a fourth-place WNCL finish. Captain Jemma Barsby retains leadership with key CA players including Tahlia McGrath, Darcie Brown, and Megan Schutt.

Key Moves:
In: Matt Gilkes (NSW), Jake Weatherald (Tas), Noah McFadyen, Jerrssis Wadia
Out: Conor McInerney, Daniel Drew, Thomas Kelly

Tasmania, Victoria & Western Australia

Tasmania: Despite losing Weatherald, they’ve added Ben McDermott, Nikhil Chaudhary, and Teague Wyllie. Overseas signing Alice Davidson-Richards joins, alongside Ella Hayward and Kate Pelle from interstate.

Victoria: Matt Short opts out of a state contract to pursue T20 leagues, though remains available for red-ball cricket. Glenn Maxwell is open to one-day appearances. Tayla Vlaeminck returns to the list post-CA deal.

Western Australia: Jhye Richardson and Lance Morris return after losing CA deals. Kieran Elliott arrives from Tasmania. Ruby Strange joins the women’s squad from Queensland, while Charis Bekker steps away for education.

All the Australian state squads for the 2026-27 season reflect a transitional phase — balancing legacy, emerging talent, and strategic repositioning ahead of another competitive summer.