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Caoimhe Bray

Biography

Caoimhe Bray, born on September 23, 2009, in Denman, New South Wales, is rapidly emerging as one of the most exciting young talents in Australian cricket. At just 15 years old, this prodigious all-rounder, known for her right-handed batting and right-arm fast-medium bowling, has already made a significant impact on the senior stage, drawing comparisons to Australian superstar Ellyse Perry.

 

 

A Dual-Sport Phenom: Like her idol Ellyse Perry, Caoimhe (pronounced 'Keeva') is a remarkable dual-sport athlete. Alongside her burgeoning cricket career, she is also a talented soccer goalkeeper, having represented Australia with the Junior Matildas in the AFC Under-17 Women's Asia Cup. This multi-sport background is often credited with contributing to her athleticism and competitive edge in cricket.

 

 

Rapid Rise to the Big Stage: Bray's cricketing journey has been nothing short of meteoric. She quickly rose through the NSW pathway ranks, showcasing her all-around abilities. Her standout performances, including leading the run-scoring in the NSW Under 18 Brewer Shield with an astounding 955 runs and a double-century, caught the eye of national selectors.

 

 

She earned a call-up to Australia's Under-19 squad and impressed in a tri-series, scoring 84 runs and taking 4 wickets in a commanding win over New Zealand.

 

Breaking Records in the WBBL: In a testament to her prodigious talent, Caoimhe Bray made headlines by becoming the youngest player to feature in a Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) match when she debuted for the Sydney Sixers in October 2024, at just 15 years and 34 days old. Her debut was memorable, as she claimed a crucial wicket and hit the winning runs for her team, showcasing remarkable poise under pressure. She has since signed a three-year contract with the Sixers, underscoring the faith placed in her potential.

 

 

U19 World Cup Impact: Bray also featured prominently for Australia in the ICC Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup, taking impressive figures, including 3 wickets for just 1 run in a match against Scotland, earning her a Player of the Match award. Her ability to perform on the world stage at such a young age highlights her immense promise.

 

 

Career in Brief (as of late 2024/early 2025 data):

  • Role: All-rounder (Right-hand batter, Right-arm fast-medium bowler)
  • Teams: Sydney Sixers (WBBL), New South Wales, Australia Under-19s
  • WBBL Debut: October 27, 2024 (youngest player in WBBL history)
  • Notable Bowling: 4 wickets for 0 runs in a T20 Spring Challenge match (though not officially a WBBL game). In the U19 World Cup, 3/1.
  • Comparison to Ellyse Perry: Frequently compared to the legendary Ellyse Perry due to her dual-sport talent and all-around capabilities.
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Caoimhe Bray represents the bright future of Australian women's cricket. With her natural talent, strong work ethic, and ability to perform under pressure, she is undoubtedly a player to watch as her career continues to unfold.