Moises Henriques switches from Australia to Portugal for T20 qualifiers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:38 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Moises Henriques will represent Portugal in the upcoming T20 World Cup qualifiers, starting in August. The former Australian all-rounder, now 39, completed the ICC's mandatory stand-down period, allowing him to play for his birth country. Henriques played 44 international matches for Australia but has not competed since 2021. His international journey with Portugal begins with the European sub-regional qualifier in Finland, part of the qualification process for the 2028 T20 World Cup co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand.
- •Henriques, 39, switches allegiance from Australia to Portugal.
- •He will compete in T20 World Cup qualifiers in August.
- •The qualifiers start with matches in Finland.
- •Henriques has not played for Australia since 2021.
- •He is eligible after completing the ICC's stand-down period.
- 11:38 AMYahoo Sports — Former Australia all-rounder Moises Henriques switches allegiance to Portugal for T20 World Cup qualifiers
"Moises Henriques, the former Australian all-rounder, is ready to don the colors of Portugal at the upcoming T20 World Cup qualifiers. At 39, he has successfully navigated the ICC's stand-down period, making him eligible to contribute his vast experience to the Portuguese team. This transition marks an exciting chapter for Henriques as it not only sparks fresh international opportunities but also opens doors for franchise prospects as an Associate player.
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