On 6th December 2025, Katie Mack marked a major milestone in her illustrious Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) career by playing her 150th game, representing Perth Scorchers against Brisbane Heat at the W.A.C.A. Ground in Perth.
Although her contribution in the match was a modest 10 runs off 13 balls, Mack’s experience and presence in the top order continue to bolster the Scorchers’ lineup. Under the leadership of skipper Sophie Devine, Perth secured a comprehensive 7-wicket victory, virtually cementing their spot in the knockout stages of the 11th edition of the WBBL, which has been running since 9th November.
Katie Mack now joins an elite group as the fourth player to reach 150 WBBL appearances, alongside Jess Jonassen, Beth Mooney, and Amanda-Jade Wellington, exemplifying longevity and consistency in Australia’s premier women’s T20 competition.
Mack’s overall impact in the ongoing season has been valuable, having accumulated 188 runs at a strike rate of 108.67 and an average of 20.88 across 10 innings, including one half-century. Her adaptability and seniority in the Scorchers’ batting order have helped guide the team through crucial phases of the tournament.
Katie Mack’s WBBL journey began a decade ago with the Melbourne Stars. She made her debut on 5th December 2015 against the Brisbane Heat at Melbourne. Over three seasons and 53 matches with the Stars, Mack scored 846 runs at a strike rate of 91.95 and an average of 20.14.
Among her highlights was a polished half-century of 57 runs from 48 balls during a 2018 clash against the Brisbane Heat, partnering Lizelle Lee at the top of the order. Despite her efforts, the Stars fell short by 5 wickets in that game. Her tenure with Melbourne laid the foundation for her growth as a dependable top-order batter in the league.
In 2019, Mack made the move to the Adelaide Strikers, debuting on 19th October against the Melbourne Renegades at Adelaide. The transition saw her evolve into one of the competition’s more prolific run-scorers.
Across 87 matches for the Strikers, she amassed 1,818 runs at an elevated strike rate of 111.87 and a healthy average of 28.85. She notched up 11 half-centuries, including a standout unbeaten 89 (67 balls) against her former team, Melbourne Stars, in November 2021.
That innings displayed her ability to anchor the innings and accelerate when required, hitting 13 boundaries and helping Adelaide post a formidable 175/3. Although the Strikers lost that match by 9 wickets, Mack’s consistent performances solidified her reputation as a key player within the squad.
The ongoing 2025/26 WBBL season marks Katie Mack’s first campaign with Perth Scorchers, where she debuted on 9th November against the Sydney Sixers at the W.A.C.A. Since joining the Scorchers, Mack has continued to impress with 188 runs from 10 innings, contributing significantly to Perth’s current second-place standing on the points table with 12 points from 10 matches (6 wins, 4 losses).
Her overall WBBL career aggregates to 2,852 runs at a strike rate of 104.93 and an average of 25.01 across 150 innings. She has 13 half-centuries to her name, making her a seasoned campaigner and an indispensable figure in the WBBL landscape.
Katie Mack’s milestone is more than just a personal achievement; it reflects her enduring skill, adaptability, and commitment to women’s T20 cricket. As she continues to lock down the top order for Perth Scorchers, her experience will be pivotal as the team eyes a strong finish and a deep run in this highly competitive WBBL season.
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