Perth Scorchers sign Indonesian fast bowler Ni Made Putri Suwandevi

Indonesian fast bowler Ni Made Putri Suwandevi has signed a contract with the Perth Scorchers for the upcoming Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) season. Known for her lethal attacks and deceptive slow balls, Suvandevi impressed Scorchers coach Becky Grundy and high-flying boss Cade Harvey during their visit to Bali earlier this year. Her signing fills the void left by veteran Pippa Cleary, who will miss the season with a knee injury.

Suwandevi, 26, has been a standout athlete for Team Indonesia since her debut in 2019. She has taken 49 wickets in 40 WT20Is at an impressive average of 8.18 and boasts the best economy rate in women’s T20I cricket at 2.97. The Scorchers see her as a key addition, bringing skill and variety to their bowling line-up.

An opportunity for Suvandevi to shine on the big stage

With the WBBL allowing clubs to sign players from associated countries as rookies, the acquisition of Suvandevi gives the Scorchers valuable depth. Her ability to swing the ball and hit the Yorkies accurately makes her a strategic acquisition for Perth, especially as they expect to lose some international players over the course of the season. “She has the potential to play a big role for us in the tournament,” said Cade Harvey, the Scorchers’ senior coach.

Suwandevi expressed her excitement about taking part in the competition by saying, “WBBL is a competition that I have admired from afar for a long time and I am looking forward to taking part as a player this season.” Her first training sessions in Perth have already impressed the team’s coaches, reinforcing their belief in her ability to make a meaningful contribution.

An opportunity for Suvandevi to shine on the big stage

Ni Made Putri Suwandevi is making a splash as he joins the Perth Scorchers for the upcoming WBBL season. The 26-year-old Indonesian international, known for her impressive performances and pinpoint Yorkie kicks, adds much-needed depth to the squad, especially with some international players expected to be out for the season.

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Suvandevi expressed her excitement by saying, “WBBL is a competition that I have admired from afar for a long time.” Her first training sessions have already caught the attention of coaches, increasing their confidence in her potential impact. This signing not only highlights her talent, but also strengthens the partnership between WA Cricket and Indonesian Cricket to develop women’s cricket in both regions.

Strengthening cricket ties between Australia and Indonesia

The signing of Suwandevi is a clear indication that Western Australia Cricket and Persatuan Crickert Indonesia are now more focused and committed to developing women’s cricket. Coach Becky Grundy and Cade Harvey spotted Suvandevi in ​​Bali, where the player was playing for Indonesia in a series with Mongolia. These efforts to develop cricket in Indonesia have a larger goal – to squeeze the women’s cricket team into the top 10 countries in the world.

“The level of cricket that girls play in Indonesia is very high,” Harvey said.

“They are very dedicated and really love the game. That’s why we spent time and maximum effort to ensure that it was fully developed.” The opportunity is there because there are around 200,000 women cricketers spread across 21 provinces in Indonesia and Suwandevi’s move to the WBBL is a positive shift in the image of Indonesian cricket.

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