Big Bash League:<\/b> Australia star Beth Mooney will lead Perth Scorchers in the upcoming Women\u2019s Big Bash League (WBBL) season with the wicketkeeper-batter succeeding Sophie Devine, who will continue to contribute to the team\u2019s on-field leadership.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mooney\u2019s elevation comes after an impressive run of performances for Australia and the Scorchers. The three-time WBBL champion was named Player of the Series during Australia\u2019s triumphant 2026 ICC Women\u2019s T20 World Cup campaign and has established herself as one of the most consistent performers in the domestic competition.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 32-year-old has scored a club-record 3,024 runs in 80 matches for Perth since joining the franchise ahead of its title-winning WBBL 7 campaign. She has won the competition twice with the Brisbane Heat before adding another championship with the Scorchers, giving her considerable experience of what it takes to succeed in the tournament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mooney said the opportunity to captain the Perth-based franchise carried special significance, given the role it has played in her career.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt\u2019s an incredible honour and opportunity to be offered the chance to lead Perth Scorchers in WBBL 12. Perth and the Scorchers have become a second home to me, and I\u2019ve been fortunate to play alongside some amazing teammates and leaders during my time in WA. We\u2019ve built a strong culture on and off the field and we\u2019re incredibly proud to represent the State and the whole Wild West.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cSoph has done an incredible job over the last six years, and I\u2019ll no doubt be picking her brains throughout the season. We have a talented team that is hungry for success - especially after falling just short in last year\u2019s decider - so we\u2019re itching to step on to the field and put on a show for our members and fans,\u201d Mooney said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Devine\u2019s departure from the captaincy marks the end of a six-year stint in which she guided the Scorchers to their maiden WBBL championship. The New Zealand all-rounder will remain part of the leadership group, allowing the franchise to retain her experience as Mooney assumes the top job.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Head coach Becky Grundy backed the decision, highlighting Mooney\u2019s influence within the squad and her ability to lead through both performances and preparation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cBeth is an exceptional leader whose actions consistently set the benchmarks for those around her. Her experience at the highest level of the game, combined with her competitiveness, professionalism and genuine care for her teammates, make her the ideal person to lead this group.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cShe has been a driving force within our environment since she arrived and has earned enormous respect through the way she prepares, performs and supports others. Soph has been an exceptional leader, our first championship captain and a huge driver of our fantastic team culture.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cBeth is an exceptional leader whose actions consistently set the benchmarks for those around her. Her experience at the highest level of the game, combined with her competitiveness, professionalism and genuine care for her teammates, make her the ideal person to lead this group.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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