Riley Meredith is an Australian fast bowler who plays for the Hobart Hurricanes. Born on 21 June 1996 in Hobart, he’s a right-arm quick known for his famous moustache and ferocious pace. Meredith has played 6 T20Is and 3 ODIs for Australia, was part of the Hurricanes’ BBL|14 title-winning side, and earned a surprise ODI recall in June 2026 after five years out of the national setup. He’s been a Hurricane since 2017-18 and wears squad number 21.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Full name | Riley Patrick Meredith |
| Born | 21 June 1996, Hobart, TAS |
| Height | 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) |
| Role | Bowler |
| Batting | Right-handed |
| Bowling | Right-arm fast |
| BBL team | Hobart Hurricanes (squad no. 21, contracted to BBL|17) |
| State team | Tasmania |
| Australia caps | 6 T20Is, 3 ODIs |
Early Life
Meredith was born and raised in Hobart and plays club cricket for Clarence. He made his List A debut for a Cricket Australia XI against Pakistan in January 2017, then his first-class debut for Tasmania against Victoria at the MCG in November 2017. Early on, his raw pace — regularly over 140 kph — marked him as one to watch. He took the new ball with real menace and had batters hopping from the start.
BBL Career with Hobart Hurricanes
Meredith has been a Hurricane since 2017-18 and is one of the club’s most recognisable players. In 90 BBL matches, he’s taken 117 wickets at 23.10 with a best of 4 for 21 — and an economy of 8.33 that reflects the tough overs he bowls, up front and at the death. His most famous BBL moment came in BBL|10 when he took 3 for 21 against the Renegades, using raw pace to terrify the batters.
He was part of the Hurricanes squad that won their maiden BBL title in BBL|14, ending years of near-misses for the club — and BBL|16 is about defending that crown. Five player-of-the-match awards show how often he’s been the difference on his day. And the moustache — you always know when Meredith is bowling.
T20I Career (Australia)
Meredith made his T20I debut for Australia against New Zealand in March 2021 (cap 97), famously dismissing Kane Williamson. In 6 T20Is he has 9 wickets at 24.66 with a best of 3 for 48. The raw pace translated — but injuries and fierce competition for fast-bowling spots meant he played just one game for Australia between 2021 and 2026, a T20I against Scotland in September 2024.
ODI Career (Australia)
He made his ODI debut against the West Indies in July 2021 (cap 234). Then, five years later, came the surprise recall: named for the second ODI against Bangladesh in June 2026, with stand-in skipper Josh Inglis pointing to his “extra ball speed” as the reason on a bouncy surface. In 3 ODIs he has 1 wicket with a best of 1 for 50. At 30, he’s shown the international door can still open.
Franchise Career
The IPL came calling early: Punjab Kings bought him in 2021, then Mumbai Indians picked him up in 2022 and 2023. He’s also played for Somerset in England, Islamabad United in the PSL, Welsh Fire in The Hundred, and Hyderabad Kingsmen. Few Australian quicks have a more travelled passport — and that exposure to different conditions, different coaches and different batters has rounded out his game beyond the raw pace he started with.
Playing Style
Meredith is all about pace. He charges in, hits the deck hard, and regularly bowls over 145 kph — and he can push towards 150 when he’s fully wound up. His bouncer is nasty, and he has a good yorker for the death overs. When he’s fit and firing, batters don’t enjoy facing him. That’s exactly why Australia went back to him in 2026.
What to Watch
The Hurricanes have gone all-in for BBL|16. With Shai Hope signed as a major coup, Adam Zampa arriving, and Nathan Ellis leading the attack, Hobart’s squad looks stacked — check the BBL 2027 schedule for their fixtures. Meredith’s new-ball partnership with Ellis could be the best in the league — and behind them, the Hurricanes have gone all-in on spin, signing Adam Zampa and bringing back Rishad Hossain. That gives Hobart a beautifully balanced attack: Meredith and Ellis with the new ball, Zampa and Rishad through the middle, and Meredith’s yorkers back at the death. It’s the kind of unit that wins tournaments — and Meredith, at 30, is right in his prime as a fast bowler. He was also named in Australia A’s squad against India A in October 2026, keeping him firmly in the national selectors’ sights. At 30, with an Australia recall fresh in the memory, this is the season to show the international door is still open. Meet the other BBL 2027 teams and check the BBL 2027 points table once the season starts.
Career Statistics
T20I Career (Australia)
| Matches | Wickets | Avg | Best |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 9 | 24.66 | 3/48 |
ODI Career (Australia)
| Matches | Wickets | Best |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | 1/50 |
BBL Career
| Matches | Wickets | Avg | Econ | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 117 | 23.10 | 8.33 | 4/21 |
First-Class Career
| Matches | Wickets | Avg | Best |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 135 | 29.28 | 5/96 |
Last verified: 18 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which BBL team does Riley Meredith play for?
Riley Meredith plays for the Hobart Hurricanes. He’s been with the club since 2017-18, was part of their BBL|14 championship team, and is contracted through BBL|17.
Has Riley Meredith played for Australia?
Yes. Meredith has played 6 T20Is and 3 ODIs for Australia, debuting in 2021. After five years in the wilderness, he was recalled to the ODI side for the Bangladesh tour in June 2026.
Has Meredith played in the IPL?
Yes. Punjab Kings bought him in 2021 and Mumbai Indians picked him up in 2022 and 2023. He’s also played in England, the PSL and The Hundred.
What is Meredith’s BBL record?
In 90 BBL matches, Meredith has 117 wickets at 23.10 with a best of 4 for 21 and five player-of-the-match awards.
See the BBL 2027 schedule for Hurricanes fixtures, meet the other BBL 2027 teams, and check the BBL 2027 points table once the season starts.