In an Instagram post, Australian fast bowler Megan Schutt announced her separation from wife Jess Holyoake, marking the end of their six-year marriage and a decade-long journey together. The message resonated deeply with fans across the cricketing world.
Shared on July 29, 2025, in the Instagram post, Schutt shared that the couple had experienced a difficult period and made the decision to part ways with mutual respect and understanding.
Reflecting on their time together, Schutt described the past ten years as filled with meaningful memories, highlighting the birth of their daughter, Rylee, as their greatest shared achievement.
She emphasised that Rylee will remain their “number one priority” moving forward and that both she and Jess are committed to co-parenting with love and support. Additionally, the post also conveyed a desire for privacy and peace as they navigate this transition.
Schutt, a long-time advocate for equality and inclusion in sport, married Holyoake in 2019 and has often spoken openly about their journey as a same-sex couple in the public eye. Despite the personal change, Schutt’s message was one of gratitude, respect, and a shared focus on their family’s well-being.
The highest wicket-taker in Women’s T20 Internationals (WT20Is), Megan Schutt last featured for Australia during the tour of New Zealand. A 226-game veteran, 4 Tests, 99 ODIs, and 123 T20Is, she has scalped 295 wickets across formats, establishing herself as Australia’s most successful pacer.
With the India series approaching and the much-anticipated World Cup set to unfold in the subcontinent, Schutt will look to reunite with the team, putting personal challenges behind her as she aims to play a key role in Australia’s campaign.
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