Sophie Devine steps down as Perth Scorchers captain, replaced by Mooney
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 8:04 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Perth Scorchers announced that Mooney will replace Devine as captain for the upcoming WBBL season. Under Devine's leadership, the team won the WBBL title and finished as runners-up once. The change comes as the team prepares for the new season, indicating a shift in direction. Details regarding the team's goals and strategies under Mooney's captaincy remain to be seen as the season approaches.
- •Mooney replaces Devine as captain of the Perth Scorchers
- •Scorchers won the WBBL title once under Devine
- •Devine also led the team to a runners-up finish once
- •Team prepares for the new WBBL season
- 8:04 AMESPNcricinfo — WBBL: Mooney replaces Devine as Perth Scorchers captain
"Perth Scorchers won the WBBL title and finished runners-up once each under Sophie Devine's captaincy
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