Australia leg-spinner Amanda Wellington has made a candid revelation that is bound to stir conversations in cricketing circles. In a recent interview, the 27-year-old spinner admitted that she currently prioritises franchise cricket over her international career with the Australian women’s team.
Wellington, known for her crafty leg-breaks and energetic on-field presence, said that the opportunities and consistency offered by T20 leagues worldwide have taken precedence in her professional journey. “Franchise cricket gives me the chance to play regular, competitive cricket. I get to travel, meet different players, and showcase my skills consistently — which sometimes I feel is lacking at the international level when you’re not a regular pick,” she stated.
Despite making her debut for Australia back in 2016 and having match-winning performances to her name, Wellington has struggled to find a permanent spot in the star-studded Australian lineup. With players like Alana King and Georgia Wareham being preferred in recent years, Wellington has often found herself on the fringes.
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“I’m not closing any doors on playing for Australia again,” she clarified. “But at this stage in my life and career, I want to keep playing, improving and enjoying the game. The best way for me to do that is through the leagues – be it the WBBL, The Hundred, or the Women’s Premier League in India.”
Her honesty shines a spotlight on a broader shift in modern cricket, where players — particularly those not in the starting XI of their national teams — are increasingly valuing the freedom, exposure, and financial stability that franchise cricket offers. Wellington’s impressive performances for the Adelaide Strikers in the WBBL and her stints in overseas leagues have made her a sought-after T20 player.
The leg-spinner’s comments come at a time when Cricket Australia is looking to strike a balance between promoting domestic T20 leagues and preserving the allure of the national jersey. Whether this bold stance affects her future selection remains to be seen, but Amanda Wellington has certainly sparked an important conversation about player priorities in the era of global T20 cricket.
