Northern Territory–born cricketer Jake Weatherald has been named in Australia’s 15-player squad for the opening Ashes Test against England, earning praise from the Territory’s Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Jinson Anto Charls MLA.
“Congratulations to the Territory’s Jake Weatherald for being named in Cricket Australia’s 15-man squad for the First Test of the Ashes! I had the pleasure of meeting Jake earlier in the year and enjoyed seeing his skills firsthand,” Minister Charls said. “Good luck in your preparations and know you’ve got the Territory backing you.”
Born and raised in Darwin, Weatherald began his cricketing journey in the Northern Territory before moving to South Australia to pursue his professional career. He became a familiar name to Big Bash fans as an attacking opener for the Adelaide Strikers, where he scored a century in the 2018 BBL final.
Now representing Tasmania and playing for Kingborough Cricket Club, Weatherald has rebuilt his form in red-ball cricket. Last season, he was among the leading scorers in the Sheffield Shield with 906 runs at an average above 50, a performance that helped earn his place in Australia’s squad for the first Ashes Test in Perth starting 21 November.
His selection is being celebrated back home in the Territory, where he remains one of the few players from the region to reach national representation. For many young Territory cricketers, Weatherald’s journey from local grounds in Darwin to a potential Test debut stands as proof that top-level opportunities are within reach.
The Ashes opener at Perth Stadium marks the beginning of a five-match series between Australia and England, with Steve Smith leading the team in Pat Cummins’ absence.
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