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Jason Paul Behrendorff (born 20 April 1990) is an Australian cricketer who played One Day Internationals and Twenty20 Internationals for Australia and first-class and List A cricket for Western Australia, but has now retired from those formats of cricket. He currently plays Twenty20 cricket in the Big Bash League for the Melbourne Renegades.

Key Information

Although born in New South Wales, Behrendorff grew up in Canberra and played representative cricket for the Australian Capital Territory at both junior and senior levels. A left-arm fast bowler, he transferred to Western Australia for the 2009–10 season and made his debut at state level the following season, playing several matches after injuries to other fast bowlers. Behrendorff has since become a regular for Western Australia, opening the bowling in both the Sheffield Shield and the one-day Matador BBQs One-Day Cup. He made his debut for the Perth Scorchers during the 2012–13 season of the BBL, and featured in the Scorchers teams that won consecutive titles during the 2013–14 and 2014–15 seasons. He later featured in the Scorchers' 2021–22 and 2022-23 championship triumphs. Behrendorff announced his retirement from first-class and List A cricket at the end of the 2024-25 Australian cricket season,[1] but his intention to continue playing in the Big Bash League, leaving the Scorchers after 13 years for a 3 year contract with the Melbourne Renegades,[2] citing his long-term ambition to move to Melbourne after his cricket career.[3]

Domestic career

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Born in Camden, New South Wales and of German heritage,[4] Behrendorff grew up in Canberra[5] and played cricket for the Australian Capital Territory at both under-17 and under-19 level.[6] He played grade cricket for Tuggeranong Valley in the grade cricket competition of the Australian Capital Territory[7] and also represented the Prime Minister's XI in a match against the touring New Zealand national cricket team in 2009.[8] Behrendorff was recruited by Western Australia for the 2009–10 season, having impressed state selectors during a trial match.[9]

Beginning in the Futures League, good form allowed him to make his List A debut for Western Australia in the 2010–11 Ryobi One-Day Cup, in a match against Tasmania at Hands Oval.[10] In the match, he dismissed Mark Cosgrove with the first ball of Tasmania's innings, finishing with figures of 1/18 from five overs.[11] Due to injuries to other fast bowlers, Behrendorff played more regularly at state level the following season, taking 4/76 on his Sheffield Shield debut against Victoria in November 2011.[12] He finished the 2011–12 season with 13 wickets from five Shield matches and five wickets from five Ryobi One-Day Cup matches, having often competed with Nathan Coulter-Nile for a regular spot in the side.[13][14] At the end of the 2011–12 season, Behrendorff was given the "Future Legend" award at the Western Australian Cricket Association's awards night.[15][16]

Owing to this form, Behrendorff was offered contracts with both Western Australia and the Perth Scorchers for the 2012–13 season.[5] In his first Sheffield Shield match for the season, against Victoria in November 2012, he took 4/29 and 3/24, although Western Australia still lost the match.[17] Behrendorff debuted for Perth in the BBL the following month, taking 3/44 from four overs against the Melbourne Renegades.[18] At grade cricket level, he plays for the Subiaco–Floreat Cricket Club.[19] As of December 2012, Behrendorff was studying a sports science degree at Edith Cowan University, having previously undertaken work at Hockey Australia.[15]

In June 2014, pending recovery of an achilles injury, Behrendorff was picked for the Australia A team in a series of four-day matches against South Africa A in Townsville in August 2014.[20] Behrendorff again played for the Scorchers during the 2014–15 BBL season and was a member of the team that won its second consecutive title. Generally opening the bowling, he took 15 wickets from ten matches, equal with teammate Yasir Arafat and behind only the Melbourne Stars' John Hastings (16 wickets) for the tournament. Behrendorff bowled 40 overs during the tournament (completing his allocation in every game), more than any other player. His wickets came at an average of 16.73 and an economy rate of 6.27 runs per over, which was only beaten by four spinners – Shakib Al Hasan, Michael Beer, Fawad Ahmed and Brad Hogg – amongst those who bowled more than 15 overs.[21]

At the 2014 Allan Border Medal ceremony, held in January 2015, Behrendorff was named "Domestic Player of the Year". He recorded 22 percent of the vote for the award, which is voted on by players, beating teammate Adam Voges (16 percent).[22]

In February 2017, Behrendorff took figures of 9 for 37 in the first innings against Victoria, the fifth-best figures in the Sheffield Shield.[23]

Behrendorff retired from first-class and List A cricket at the conclusion of the 2024-25 Australian cricket season.[24] Behrendorff also left the Perth Scorchers after 13 seasons to move his family to the city of Melbourne, signing with the Melbourne Renegades on a three year contract.[25]

International career

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In August 2017, Behrendorff was named in Australia's Twenty20 International (T20I) squad for their series against India.[26] He made his T20I debut for Australia against India on 7 October 2017.[27]

On 12 January 2019 he made his One Day International (ODI) debut against India at the Sydney Cricket Ground, taking 2 wickets.[28] In April 2019, he was named in Australia's squad for the 2019 Cricket World Cup.[29][30] On 25 June 2019 in the match against England, Behrendorff took his first five-wicket haul in ODIs.[31]

In August 2023, Behrendorff was named in Australia’s T20 squad to face South Africa in a 3 match series.[32] Behrendorff played the 2nd Match recording figures of 2/25 to help Australia to their 2nd win of an eventual 3-0 sweep of South Africa.[33]

In November 2023, Behrendorff was named in the Australian squad to face India in a 5 match T20i series. Behrendorff played in 4 out of the 5 matches proving to be economical with figures of 1/25, 1/12, 2/32 and 2/38. Behrendorff appeared to be the only consistent performer of Australia’s weakened bowling attack throughout the 4-1 series loss.[34]

Behrendorff’s economy of 6.68 across his 5 matches in favourable batting conditions and valiant wicket taking efforts earned him the 2024 Australian Men’s Twenty20 International player of the year.[35]

IPL career

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Ahead of the 2018 Indian Premier League, Behrendorff was signed by Mumbai Indians. He was, however, ruled out of playing in the tournament after suffering a back injury. The team retained him for the 2019 IPL season[36] and he made his IPL debut against Chennai Super Kings on 3 April 2019.[37] He was released by Mumbai ahead of the 2020 IPL auction.[38]

Behrendorff was signed by the Chennai Super Kings as a replacement for Josh Hazlewood ahead of the 2021 IPL season.[39] In February 2022, he was bought by the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the auction for the 2022 Indian Premier League tournament.[40]

In 2023 Indian Premier League, he was picked up by Mumbai Indians in the auction for the 15th edition of the tournament.

Personal life

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Behrendorff is of German descent. In April 2014, Behrendorff married Juvelle Hatt in Perth, Western Australia.[41] Behrendorff relocated his family to Melbourne in 2025.[42] His younger brother Luke represented Australia in European handball.[43]

Behrendorff is an avid supporter of the Essendon Football Club in the Australian Football League.[44][45]

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Jason Paul Behrendorff (born 20 April 1990) is an Australian cricketer known for his left-arm fast-medium bowling, who has represented the national team in ODIs and T20Is and played domestic cricket for and the in the (BBL). A right-handed lower-order batsman, Behrendorff is renowned for his ability to swing the new ball both ways and extract pace, making him a specialist new-ball bowler in limited-overs cricket. Behrendorff was born in Camden, New South Wales, and raised in Canberra, where he developed his skills playing grade cricket for Tuggeranong Valley before moving to Perth in 2012 to further his career. He made his domestic debut for Western Australia in the 2012–13 season across all formats, quickly establishing himself with consistent performances, including a remarkable 9/37 against South Australia in the 2016–17 Sheffield Shield match—the first nine-wicket haul in an innings in the competition since 1984. In the BBL, he became a cornerstone for the Perth Scorchers, contributing to their title wins in 2013–14, 2021–22, and 2022–23, with standout seasons like 15 wickets in 2014–15 and a leading 17 wickets in BBL|14 (2024–25). Internationally, he has also featured in franchise leagues such as the Indian Premier League for Mumbai Indians in 2023 and Major League Cricket for Washington Freedom, and played for Oval Invincibles in The Hundred 2025, though ruled out of Major League Cricket 2025 due to injury. Behrendorff's international career began with a T20I debut against on 7 October 2017 at , followed by an immediate impact in his second match with figures of 4/21, dismissing 's top four batsmen including and . He made his ODI debut on 12 January 2019 against at the , taking 2/44, and was selected for the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup where he claimed a career-best 5/44 against . Although he has not played , Behrendorff contributed to Australia's 2021 T20 World Cup victory. His ODI and T20I records include 16 wickets in 12 ODIs at an average of 35.50 and 43 wickets in 28 T20Is at an average of 20.00 (as of February 2025). In February 2025, Behrendorff announced his retirement from first-class () and List A (One-Day Cup) for , ending his state career as the fifth-highest wicket-taker in the 50-over format with 75 wickets in 56 matches, while expressing intent to continue in T20 . Despite injury setbacks, including missing IPL 2024, his late-blooming career—starting professionally at age 22 after earlier pursuits in —highlights his resilience and skill in white-ball formats.

Early life

Birth and family background

Jason Behrendorff was born on 20 April 1990 in Camden, New South Wales, Australia. He grew up in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, where he developed his early interests in sports within a family known for athletic achievements. Behrendorff comes from a family of German descent, with his surname translating to "bear in the village" in English. His siblings include brother Luke, an Australian representative in handball, and sister Amy, who competed at the World Youth Championships in athletics. Standing at 1.93 metres tall, Behrendorff is a right-handed batsman.

Junior cricket and move to Western Australia

Behrendorff, raised in from a family originally based there, began his cricket journey representing the in junior competitions during his teenage years, including at the Under-17 and Under-19 levels. He honed his skills playing for the Tuggeranong Valley club in local junior ranks, where he emerged as a promising left-arm pace bowler. These experiences provided a foundation in competitive youth , though opportunities for advancement were limited in the ACT compared to mainland states. Seeking higher-level exposure to fulfill his ambitions in professional , Behrendorff relocated to Perth, , ahead of the 2009–10 season at the age of 19. He was recruited by as a fast bowler, signing his first state contract in a move that marked a significant step toward first-class opportunities unavailable in his home territory. The transition presented notable adaptation challenges, including leaving the familiarity of family and friends in for an unfamiliar environment on the other side of the country. Behrendorff described the decision as difficult, requiring him to build a new support network while adjusting to Perth's climate, training facilities, and competitive intensity. To integrate locally, he joined the Subiaco-Floreat Cricket Club for , where he began competing in Western Australia's premier domestic pathway. During this formative period in , Behrendorff focused on refining his left-arm fast-medium bowling style, emphasizing pace, swing, and accuracy to suit professional demands. Under state coaching guidance, he worked on building consistency and exploiting conditions, transforming from a raw junior talent into a more polished performer capable of challenging senior batters in grade and second XI matches. This development phase was crucial, as it laid the groundwork for his emergence as a key asset in Western Australia's bowling attack.

Domestic career

First-class and List A cricket

Behrendorff made his List A debut for on 19 February 2011 against in the One-Day Cup at Bunbury, where he claimed one wicket in a match Western Australia lost by 11 runs. His first-class debut followed later that year in the , playing for against Victoria from 11 to 14 November 2011 at the ; he took 3 wickets for 92 runs in the match, which ended in a draw. Over the course of his domestic career, Behrendorff established himself as a reliable left-arm fast bowler for in longer formats, often opening the attack with his ability to generate swing and seam movement. A standout performance came in February 2017 during a match against Victoria at the , where he returned career-best first-class figures of 9/37 in the first , dismissing the entire top order and skittling Victoria for 117; he followed with 5/52 in the second for match figures of 14/89, securing an victory for and marking the best Shield haul by a Western Australian since 1967. This effort highlighted his potential in red-ball despite persistent injury challenges. Behrendorff's contributions earned him recognition as the Australian Domestic Player of the Year at the 2015 ceremony, following a prolific 2014-15 season across formats where he took 40 wickets in the at an average of 22.70, finishing as the competition's second-highest wicket-taker. By the time of his retirement, he had played 31 first-class matches, capturing 126 wickets at an average of 23.82, with his last Shield appearance in the 2017-18 season before focusing on white-ball due to back issues. In List A domestic for , he featured in 56 matches, securing 75 wickets and contributing to the team's title win in the 2018–19 One-Day Cup. In February 2025, Behrendorff announced his retirement from first-class and at the conclusion of the 2024-25 season, ending a 16-year association with after debuting in 2011; he cited a desire to pursue opportunities in T20 leagues and while reflecting on his role in elevating the state's domestic success.

Big Bash League achievements

Jason Behrendorff made his (BBL) debut in the 2012–13 season for the , where he quickly established himself as a key bowler in their pace attack. Over the next decade, he became integral to the ' dominance, contributing to their three championship victories in the 2013–14, 2021–22, and 2022–23 seasons. His consistent performances helped the team secure repeat success, underscoring his role in their sustained excellence. Behrendorff's standout contributions included multiple seasons of high hauls, with him taking 16 or more s in five consecutive campaigns from 2020–21 onward, cementing his status as one of the league's premier left-arm pacers. In the 2024–25 season, he led the BBL in s with 17 scalps at an average of 17.41, earning a spot in the team of the tournament despite the ' elimination in the playoffs. His career-best BBL figures of 4/22 came against the in the 2022–23 season, highlighting his ability to dismantle top orders with swing and accuracy. By the end of the 2024–25 season, Behrendorff had amassed 140 wickets across 106 matches for the , ranking him among the competition's all-time leading wicket-takers with an economy rate of 7.02. His long-term loyalty to the franchise spanned 13 seasons, during which he formed a formidable opening partnership with the likes of , contributing to the ' reputation as the most successful BBL team. In January 2025, following his stellar final season with Perth, Behrendorff signed a three-year contract with the starting from the 2025–26 season, marking a new chapter in his BBL career.

International career

One Day International debut and performances

Jason Behrendorff earned selection for Australia's ODI squad against in January 2019 following a strong run of domestic form for in , where his left-arm had consistently troubled top-order batsmen. As a specialist new-ball bowler in limited-overs internationals, Behrendorff was chosen to provide variety to the pace attack, leveraging his ability to generate movement in the air and off the pitch. Behrendorff made his ODI debut on 12 January 2019 at the against , claiming 2/39 from 10 overs, including the key wicket of opener in his first over to help secure a 34-run victory. Over his brief ODI career spanning 12 matches from 2019 to 2022, he took 16 wickets at an average of 35.50 and an economy rate of 5.28, focusing on early breakthroughs in the powerplay. His most memorable performance came during the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup on 25 June at against , where he produced career-best figures of 5/44 from 10 overs, dismantling the hosts' top order and contributing to Australia's 64-run win that confirmed their semi-final berth. Behrendorff also delivered notable spells against , taking three wickets across two matches in the 2019 bilateral series, and against in his final ODI on 2 April 2022 at , where he claimed 1/42.

Twenty20 International career

Jason Behrendorff made his (T20I) debut for on 7 October 2017 against at the in . In his second T20I appearance, just three days later on 10 October 2017 in , he delivered a standout performance with figures of 4/21, dismissing 's top four batsmen including and , which helped level the three-match series 1-1. This early impact highlighted his potential as a left-arm fast bowler capable of exploiting conditions with swing and accuracy in the powerplay overs. Behrendorff was part of Australia's squad for the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup in the , where he played three matches and took three wickets, contributing to the team's first-ever title win in the tournament. Over the course of his T20I career, Behrendorff has played 17 matches (as of November 2025), capturing 18 wickets at an average of 24.61 and an economy rate of 7.96. His best bowling figures remain the 4/21 achieved against in 2017, though he has produced several other notable spells, such as 2/25 against in in September 2023—his first T20I appearance since 2021—and consistent contributions in the 2023 five-match series against , where he played four games and took key wickets to support Australia's pace attack. As a reliable left-arm pace option in Australia's T20I setup, Behrendorff complements the unit by providing variety and control, particularly in bilateral series and limited opportunities at major tournaments. Behrendorff's resurgence in the T20I format earned him the Men's T20I Player of the Year award at the 2024 Australian Cricket Awards, recognizing his impactful return and overall contributions in the shortest international format during the previous year. This accolade underscored his role in bolstering Australia's white-ball pace resources amid injuries to other fast bowlers.

Franchise cricket

Indian Premier League involvement

Jason Behrendorff's entry into the (IPL) came at the auction, where he was acquired by the for INR 1.5 , but a back injury sidelined him for the entire season. Retained for the edition at INR 1 , he made his IPL debut that year, featuring in five matches and claiming five wickets at an average of 33.00 and an economy rate of 8.68. His debut performance was notable, taking 2/22 against , including the wickets of and , helping secure a 37-run victory. Behrendorff's left-arm pace and ability to swing the new ball established him as a promising overseas option in the powerplay. Following his release ahead of the 2020 auction, Behrendorff joined Chennai Super Kings in 2021 as a replacement for the injured , but he did not play any matches during the season. At the 2022 IPL auction, he was bought by Royal Challengers Bangalore for his base price of INR 75 , yet again without securing game time due to intense competition in the pace department. Traded back to ahead of 2023, where he was valued at INR 75 , Behrendorff enjoyed his most impactful IPL campaign, playing 12 matches and capturing 14 wickets at an average of 27.52 and an economy of 9.00. Key contributions included a three-wicket haul of 3/36 against Royal Challengers Bangalore—dismissing for a golden duck and for 68—and a double strike in consecutive balls against in the Eliminator, aiding Mumbai's playoff push. Retained by Mumbai Indians for 2024 at INR 75 lakh, Behrendorff's season was cut short by a freak training accident that resulted in a broken leg, preventing any appearances. At the 2025 IPL auction on November 24, 2024, he entered with a base price of INR 1.5 but went unsold. Across his IPL , spanning 17 matches exclusively for , Behrendorff has taken 19 wickets at an average of 29.05 and an economy rate of 9.05, with best figures of 3/23, primarily serving as a new-ball specialist who exploits early swing and seam movement.

Other T20 leagues

Behrendorff expanded his global T20 footprint by joining the for the 2024 , where he played a pivotal role in their title-winning campaign on July 21, 2024. In six matches, he claimed five wickets at an economy rate of 8.50, including a standout performance against Falcons with figures of 3/10 in two overs during a rain-affected victory. His disciplined new-ball bowling, highlighted by a 2/18 spell against Marvels, helped restrict opponents and contributed to the Kings' dominant run to the championship. Earlier in 2024, Behrendorff featured for the Toronto Nationals in the , securing the team's first title with a thrilling three-run win over the Montreal Tigers in the final in August 2024. He took three wickets for eight runs in four overs during the decider, earning honors for dismantling the Tigers' top order under pressure. Across the tournament, he captured 11 wickets in seven matches at an average of 8.00, leveraging his swing to provide crucial early breakthroughs. In 2025, Behrendorff signed with the Oval Invincibles for The Hundred, playing nine matches and taking 9 wickets at an economy of 7.49 to help the team secure their third consecutive men's title on August 31, 2025. Notable contributions included a three-wicket haul against that propelled the Invincibles to the top of the standings and a miserly opening set of 0/9 against in a dominant 70-run victory. His experience as a left-arm seamer proved invaluable in high-stakes games, such as the final win over by 26 runs. Behrendorff was initially contracted by the Washington Freedom for 2025 but was ruled out due to injury before the season began in June 2025, missing a potential debut in the American T20 circuit. Across these international leagues from 2024 to 2025, he amassed 25 wickets in 22 matches, underscoring his adaptability in varied conditions. Following his retirement from first-class and List A domestic cricket in February 2025 after 16 seasons with Western Australia, Behrendorff strategically shifted focus to T20 franchise opportunities worldwide to optimize workload and prolong his career as a specialist white-ball bowler. This move, informed by past back surgery and a desire for family time in Melbourne, allowed him to prioritize high-impact global engagements while maintaining availability for Australian T20 duties.

Later career and personal life

Retirement from longer formats

In February 2025, Jason Behrendorff announced his retirement from first-class and at the conclusion of the 2024–25 Australian domestic season, ending a 16-year association with . He had not secured a state contract for that season and his most recent List A appearance was in September 2024, while his last first-class match dated back to 2017 due to prior back injuries. Over his domestic career in longer formats, Behrendorff claimed 126 wickets in 31 first-class matches at an average of 23.85 and 75 wickets in 56 games, contributing significantly to 's successes including five One-Day Cup titles (2014–15, 2017–18, and three consecutive from 2021–22 to 2023–24). The decision was driven by a desire to concentrate on T20 cricket, manage ongoing injury concerns—such as a fractured leg sustained in 2024—and accommodate family relocation following his move to the in the . Behrendorff reflected on key career milestones, including his best first-class figures of 9/37 against Victoria in the 2016–17 season, which rank as the second-best for , and his role in the team's One-Day Cup victories. These experiences underscored his impact as a reliable left-arm seamer in the domestic arena, where he often led 's pace attack during injury-plagued periods for the state. Behrendorff's retirement leaves a void in Western Australia's longer-format bowling resources, particularly given his experience and accuracy in swing-friendly conditions, but it aligns with a broader trend among Australian quicks prioritizing white-ball opportunities. His transition strategy emphasizes sustained participation in T20 leagues, including the and , where he has excelled with economical spells and key wickets, allowing him to extend his international and franchise career without the physical demands of red- and white-ball domestic commitments. In June 2025, he was ruled out of due to injury, highlighting continued challenges in managing his workload in T20 formats.

Family, interests, and relocation

Behrendorff married fashion stylist Juvelle Hatt in April 2014 in Perth, . The couple welcomed their first son, Harrison, in 2018, followed by a second son, , in December 2020. Behrendorff has often highlighted the challenges of balancing international tours with family life, noting his desire to be more present for his children as a key factor in career decisions. Behrendorff is an avid supporter of the in the Australian Football League, a passion he shares with his family, including dressing his young son in Essendon attire. Of German descent—his surname translates to "bear in the village"—Behrendorff maintains a connection to his heritage, though it has primarily influenced his identity rather than specific personal pursuits. In January 2025, Behrendorff signed a three-year contract with the , prompting the relocation of his family from Perth to . This move, which he and Hatt had long discussed as a post-career goal, allows him to continue his professional commitments while prioritizing family stability and proximity to new opportunities in Victoria. His from longer formats in early 2025 has enabled greater family-focused shifts, with Behrendorff now concentrating on T20 franchise worldwide to extend his playing career. Looking ahead, he has indicated openness to roles, particularly mentoring young fast bowlers on , drawing from his own experiences with back issues.

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