Annabel Sutherland Ruled Out Of WBBL 2026 (Source: AFP)
In a major development, Australian all-rounder Annabel Sutherland has been ruled out of the remainder of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL 12) due to a hamstring injury.
Her absence is a major setback for Melbourne Stars, who are struggling to keep their playoff hopes alive after going winless in their last five matches.
It is worth noting that Annabel Sutherland injury has also raised concerns about her availability for Australia's upcoming women's tour of Sri Lanka in December 2026. The three-match ODI series will be Australia’s first women’s ODI tour to Sri Lanka in more than a decade.
Annabel Sutherland's Injury Puts Sri Lanka Tour In Doubt
Australia team physiotherapist Kate Moore confirmed that Annabel Sutherland has suffered an injury to her right hamstring tendon. She explained that the all-rounder needs time away from competitive cricket to recover properly.
“Annabel has been ruled out for the remainder of the WBBL due to a progressive hamstring tendon injury that will not recover while playing tournament cricket, and requires a period of offload. Her availability for Australia’s tour to Sri Lanka in December is to be confirmed,” Kate Moore said in a club statement.
Sutherland has been one of Melbourne Stars’ most important players this season. She has taken seven wickets in 6 innings at an economy rate of 8.36. With the bat, she has made 124 runs at a strike rate of 145.88 and an average of 20.67.
Zoe Samuel Replaces Sutherland In Melbourne Stars Squad
Melbourne Stars have named 19-year-old all-rounder Zoe Samuel as Sutherland’s replacement. Zoe Samuel is yet to make her WBBL debut and will be part of the squad for the match against Sydney Thunder at Drummoyne Oval on Monday.
It is worth noting that Sutherland’s recovery will also be important for Australia’s busy international schedule in 2027. The team have several major assignments, including the Champions Trophy in February, home ODIs against New Zealand in March and a multi-format tour of South Africa.
Australia Women will also play the Ashes later in the year, while the WPL is scheduled to take place in January.
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