After playing state cricket for Victoria for six years, Ellyse Perry is coming back to New South Wales.

Perry made an impression with 1052 runs at an average of 75.14 and 13 wickets, despite her restricted availability—she only played in 20 Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) games for Victoria because of international commitments.

Similar limitations apply when she returns to NSW, the defending WNCL winners, since she will be sidelined for the first half of the next season to play in the ODI World Cup. She could get a chance to play in January, however, when Australia plays India in a multi-format series.

Perry continued to play for the Sydney Sixers in the WBBL while she was with Victoria.

“I’ve had a very happy six years in Melbourne and at Cricket Victoria, and I’m really thankful for all the opportunities and memories that I will always treasure,” Perry said.

“I can’t wait to return to Sydney and be nearer to my family and old friends.” The Sixers has been a great way to remain in contact with CNSW, and I feel really lucky to be returning to a top-notch program run by Leah Poulton and her team.

Perry’s comeback is an important milestone for the program, according to Leah Poulton, Head of Female Elite Cricket at Cricket NSW.

“We are delighted to have Ellyse rejoin the Breakers. In addition to being one of the best cricket players in the world, she is also a leader and role model whose influence goes far beyond the field, according to Poulton. “Pez’ professionalism, experience, and approach to the game make her an incredible asset to any team, and we’re excited to have her back in our program.”

Before joining Birmingham Phoenix for The Hundred in August, she is scheduled to play for Hampshire during July.

In September, Australia will play an away ODI series against India as part of their World Cup preparations, capping up a somewhat tranquil winter calendar.