Mitch Marsh is the senior all-rounder of the Perth Scorchers for BBL|16. The powerful West Australian has been part of the Scorchers’ golden era and remains central to their title defence.
Mitch Marsh: Quick Facts
| Team | Perth Scorchers |
| Role | All-rounder |
| Batting | Right-hand bat |
| Bowling | Right-arm medium |
| Born | 20 October 1991, Perth, Western Australia |
| BBL|16 status | Contracted |
Career Stats: All Formats
| Format | Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 100s/50s | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 249 | 6659 | 33.97 | 140.04 | 5/41 | 85 | 8.44 |
| ODI | 105 | 3395 | 38.14 | 96.92 | 4/24 | 57 | 5.52 |
| Test | 46 | 2083 | 28.53 | — | 3/9 | 51 | — |
Playing Style
Marsh is a right-handed power hitter who takes down bowling attacks in the middle overs. His medium pace is honest and effective — he bowls heavy balls that rush batters. Few players in the BBL hit the ball harder.
BBL Career
Marsh has been a Scorchers cornerstone through their record six titles. His big-match performances — including finals heroics — have made him a Perth legend. He plays his best cricket when the stakes are highest.
What He Brings to BBL 2027
The defending champions kept their core together, with Ashton Turner captaining and Marsh as the senior all-rounder. New faces like Zak Crawley add freshness, but Marsh’s experience and power remain the engine of the Scorchers’ batting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which BBL team does Mitch Marsh play for?
Mitch Marsh plays for Perth Scorchers in the Big Bash League.
How many BBL titles have Perth Scorchers won?
Perth Scorchers have won 6 BBL titles — the most in league history — and are the defending champions in BBL|16.
Who captains Perth Scorchers in BBL|16?
Ashton Turner captains the Perth Scorchers in BBL|16.
See all BBL 2027 teams and squads and the BBL 2027 schedule.
Last verified: 6 October 2026.