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Day targets Big Bash evolution after Top End winter

Sophie Day spent three months playing cricket in Darwin over the winter as she looks to become an all-phase bowler for the Stars…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 5:20 AM
Day targets Big Bash evolution after Top End winter
Key Things to Know
  • Sophie Day spent three months playing men's cricket in Darwin to develop into an all-phase WBBL bowler.
  • Day played two-day, one-day, and T20 formats for Darwin Cricket Club to stay match-ready during the winter.
  • The Melbourne Stars spinner claimed 2-17 against Perth Scorchers after working on speed variations for Powerplays.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Melbourne Stars left-arm spinner Sophie Day spent three months in Darwin playing men's cricket over the winter to develop into an all-phase bowler for WBBL|12. The 28-year-old sought competitive match practice during the domestic offseason, playing two-day, one-day, and T20 matches for Darwin Cricket Club, followed by a stint with Sandgate-Redcliffe in Queensland's T20 Max.

Day is working on speed variations to become an option during Powerplays and Power Surges. After going wicketless in her first two matches, she claimed 2-17 against the Perth Scorchers. Away from cricket, the fine arts graduate is also preparing her next art exhibition to be held at the end of the season.

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