History of Mitchell Marsh in Timeline

Mitchell Marsh is an Australian international cricketer who plays in all three formats. He is the current captain of the Australian T20I team and has been a vice-captain across all formats. Domestically, he represents Western Australia and the Perth Scorchers in the Big Bash League. Marsh is a prominent figure in Australian cricket.

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1934: Reference to Previous Australian Record

In 1934, Cassie Andrews and Eric Bensted set the previous Australian record.

October 1991: Mitchell Marsh's Birth

On October 1991, Mitchell Ross Marsh was born. He is an Australian international cricketer.

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2008: Represented Western Australia at the 2008 AFL Under 18 Championships

In 2008, Mitchell Marsh represented Western Australia at the AFL Under 18 Championships, showcasing his talent in Australian rules football during his youth.

February 2009: Debut for the Warriors

In February 2009, at the age of 17, Mitchell Marsh made his debut for the Warriors in a Ford Ranger Cup game. This made him the youngest ever player in an Australian domestic one-day game and Western Australia's youngest debutant for 70 years.

April 2009: Played for Australia's Under-19 Team

In April 2009, Mitchell Marsh played for Australia's under-19 team against India, marking an early achievement in his international cricket career.

2010: Captained Australia to victory at the Under-19 Cricket World Cup

In 2010, Mitchell Marsh captained Australia during the Under-19 Cricket World Cup. Under his leadership Australia won the tournament. He had a successful tournament scoring 201 runs, including a match winning 97 in the semi-final against Sri Lanka.

2010: Signed by Deccan Chargers

In 2010, Mitchell Marsh was signed by Deccan Chargers for the Indian Premier League (IPL), marking his entry into the high-profile T20 league.

September 2011: Named in Australia's Twenty20 Squad and Added to ODI Squad

In September 2011, Mitchell Marsh was named in Australia's Twenty20 squad to tour South Africa and was later added to the One Day International squad following Brett Lee's withdrawal due to injury.

2011: Bought by Pune Warriors

In 2011, Mitchell Marsh was bought by Pune Warriors, which was coached by his father at the time. He played for Pune for three years.

July 2014: Scored Double Century Against India A

In July 2014, Mitchell Marsh, playing for Australia A against India A at Allan Border Field, scored 211 runs batting seventh, achieving his first double century. He and Sam Whiteman put on 371 runs for the seventh wicket.

August 2014: Scored 89 Runs Against Zimbabwe

In August 2014, Mitchell Marsh scored 89 runs against Zimbabwe in the first match of the Tri-series at Harare Sports Club. He also scored 86 not out against South Africa later in the competition.

October 2014: Test Debut Against Pakistan

On October 22, 2014, Mitchell Marsh made his Test match debut for Australia against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates, marking a significant milestone in his international career.

2015: 2015 Cricket World Cup Win

In 2015, Mitchell Marsh was a member of the Australian team that won the Cricket World Cup.

2015: Took Five-Wicket Haul Against England

In 2015, playing regularly in the One Day International side, Mitchell Marsh took a five-wicket haul against England during the Cricket World Cup, showcasing his bowling prowess on the international stage.

2016: Played for Rising Pune Supergiants

In 2016, Mitchell Marsh played for Rising Pune Supergiants for the two seasons that the team existed.

2016: Scored Maiden ODI Century Against India

In 2016, Mitchell Marsh scored his maiden ODI century against India at the SCG, marking a personal milestone in his One Day International career.

2016: 1st ODI century since 2016

In October 2023, Mitchell Marsh scored his 1st ODI century since 2016 against Pakistan with 121 runs.

2017: Continued with Rising Pune Supergiants

In 2017, Mitchell Marsh continued playing for Rising Pune Supergiants for the two seasons that the team existed.

2017: Recalled to the Test Side and Scored Maiden Test Century

In 2017, Mitchell Marsh was recalled to the Australian Test side during the series against India. He later replaced Peter Handscomb in the third match of the 2017-18 Ashes series and scored his maiden Test century.

2017: Reference to centuries against England

In July 2023, when Marsh made his long-awaited Test return, it was referenced that others centuries came at home against England in the 2017–18 Ashes series

March 2018: Fined for Offensive Language

In March 2018, Mitchell Marsh was fined 20 percent of his match fee and given one demerit point for using offensive language during the second Test between Australia and South Africa.

2018: First home test series since 2018

In December 2023, Mitchell Marsh played in his first home test series since 2018. He scored 90, 63 not out, 41, 96 and 54 in the 3 Tests against Pakistan

June 2019: Named as Cover for Marcus Stoinis

In June 2019, Mitchell Marsh was named as cover for Marcus Stoinis ahead of Australia's 2019 Cricket World Cup match against Pakistan.

October 2019: Broke Hand Punching a Wall

In October 2019, Mitchell Marsh broke his bowling hand after punching a wall following his dismissal during a Sheffield Shield match against Tasmania, forcing him to miss the start of Australia's Test summer.

2019: Reference to Test match appearance since 2019

In July 2023, when Marsh made his long-awaited Test return, it was referenced that it was his first Test match appearance since 2019.

April 2020: Awarded Central Contract

In April 2020, Mitchell Marsh was again awarded a central contract by Cricket Australia ahead of the 2020-21 season.

July 2020: Named in Preliminary Squad for England Tour

In July 2020, Mitchell Marsh was named in a 26-man preliminary squad of players to begin training ahead of a possible tour to England following the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020: Canceled contract with Middlesex County Cricket Club and signed for Sunrisers Hyderabad

In 2020, Mitchell Marsh signed to play for Middlesex County Cricket Club in England, but it was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He was bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad for the 2020 IPL, playing in one match due to injury.

July 2021: Promotion to No. 3 in T20Is and Maiden Half-Century

In July 2021, with David Warner and Steve Smith unavailable, Mitchell Marsh was promoted to No. 3 in T20Is for the first time, in the first Twenty20 International match of Australia's tour of the West Indies, where he scored his maiden T20I half-century.

August 2021: Named in Australia's Squad for the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup

In August 2021, Mitchell Marsh was named in Australia's squad for the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

October 2021: Retained No.3 Position for World Cup Match Against South Africa

In October 2021, despite the return of Smith, Mitchell Marsh retained the No.3 position for the first match of the World Cup against South Africa. Marsh only scored 11 before being caught.

November 2021: Won Player of the Match in the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup

In November 2021, Mitchell Marsh scored 77 runs in the final of the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, earning player of the match and helping Australia win the tournament.

December 2021: Included in Australia's Test Squad as Back-up

In December 2021, Mitchell Marsh was included in Australia's Test squad as back-up for the Fourth 2021-2022 Ashes Test after Travis Head withdrew due to COVID-19.

2021: 2021 T20 World Cup Win

In 2021, Mitchell Marsh was a member of the Australian team that won the T20 World Cup.

2021: Canceled contract with Middlesex County Cricket Club and withdrew from Indian Premier League

In 2021, Mitchell Marsh's move to Middlesex was canceled due to international call-ups. He withdrew from the Indian Premier League due to bio-bubble fatigue during the pandemic.

February 2022: Named in Squads for Pakistan Tour and Hip Injury

In February 2022, Mitchell Marsh was named in Australia's Test, ODI, and T20Is squads for a tour of Pakistan. However, he remained outside of the Test team and injured his hip at training, making him unavailable for the ODIs and T20I.

April 2022: Named in Squads for Sri Lanka Tour

In April 2022, Mitchell Marsh was named to return from injury, included in Australia's Test, ODI, and T20Is squads for a tour of Sri Lanka.

June 2022: Injured Calf and Returned to ODI Match

In June 2022, Mitchell Marsh injured his calf in the 2nd T20I against Sri Lanka, ruling him out of the 3rd T20I and the first 2 ODIs. He returned for the 3rd ODI, but Australia lost the series 3-2. Marsh again didn't play any Tests.

August 2022: Moved Back to No.6 in ODI Side and Ankle Injury

In August 2022, with Steve Smith's return to the ODI side, Mitchell Marsh moved back to No.6 for the 1st ODI against Zimbabwe. He then suffered an ankle injury after the 1st ODI against Zimbabwe, forcing him out for the rest of the series and the following ODI series against New Zealand.

September 2022: Named for T20 World Cup and T20I Tour of India

In September 2022, Mitchell Marsh was named to return from injury for both the 2022 T20 World Cup and T20I tour of India. However, he was later withdrawn from the Indian series as a precaution. Marsh was named for the West Indies T20I series.

October 2022: Returned from Injury in T20I Against West Indies and Played in England T20I Series

In October 2022, Mitchell Marsh returned from injury in the 1st T20I against the West Indies but only scored 3 runs. He then played all 3 games in the England T20I series.

2022: Ashes Test

In 2022, Marsh was included in Australia's Test squad as back-up for the Fourth 2021-2022 Ashes Test but didn't play.

2022: Participated in the 2022 T20 World Cup

In 2022, Mitchell Marsh opened the batting scoring 35 runs against India in the T20 World Cup warm-up match against India. He had a disappointing World Cup with only 106 runs in 4 matches and also only bowled one over due to his ankle injury. Australia failed to defend their T20 World Cup crown on home soil.

2022: Bought by the Delhi Capitals in the IPL Auction

In 2022, Mitchell Marsh was bought by the Delhi Capitals in the IPL Auction, marking another chapter in his IPL career.

March 2023: Promoted to Open the Batting in ODIs and Earned Player of the Series

In March 2023, Mitchell Marsh returning from injury, was promoted to open the batting in ODIs for the first time, in a 3-match series against India. Marsh scored 81, 66 not out and 47, earning player of the series award.

March 2023: Signed by Seattle Orcas

In March 2023, Mitchell Marsh was signed by the Seattle Orcas for the first edition of Major League Cricket, expanding his T20 career to the United States.

April 2023: Marriage to Greta Mack

In April 2023, Mitchell Marsh married Greta Mack, marking a significant personal milestone.

April 2023: Selected for 2023 Ashes Tour of England

In April 2023, Mitchell Marsh was selected for the 2023 Ashes Tour of England, continuing his international career.

July 2023: Made Test Return and Scored Century in Ashes Test

In July 2023, Mitchell Marsh made his long-awaited Test return in the 3rd Ashes Test against England at Headingley, replacing injured Cameron Green. He scored his third Test century, a quickfire 118 from 118 balls.

August 2023: Named T20I and ODI Captain, High Scores in T20Is

In August 2023, Mitchell Marsh was named captain of both the T20I and ODI teams for the tour of South Africa. He scored a career-high 92 not out in his first T20I match as captain, followed by 77 not out in the second match. He was also awarded player of the series. Australia won the series 3-nil.

September 2023: Scores 4 and 96 against India

In September 2023, Mitchell Marsh scored 4 runs in the 1st ODI and 96 runs in the 3rd ODI against India while opening the batting.

October 2023: Named ODI Vice-Captain, Scores Century

In October 2023, Mitchell Marsh was named Australia's ODI vice-captain for the 2023 World Cup. He scored his 1st ODI century since 2016 against Pakistan with 121 runs and scored 177 not out against Bangladesh.

December 2023: Scores in Tests against Pakistan

In December 2023, Mitchell Marsh scored 90, 63 not out, 41, 96 and 54 in the 3 Tests against Pakistan, in his first home test series since 2018.

December 2023: Underwent Ankle Surgery

In December 2023, Mitchell Marsh underwent ankle surgery, which ruled him out of another home summer and a potential Test recall.

2023: Vice-Captain for the 2023 Cricket World Cup

In 2023, Mitchell Marsh served as vice-captain for the Australian team in the Cricket World Cup.

January 2024: Low scores in Tests against West Indies

In January 2024, Mitchell Marsh had low scores of 5, 21 and 10 in the 2 Test series against the West Indies. He was named for the T20I series but rested for the ODI series.

February 2024: Captains T20I Series Against West Indies

In February 2024, Mitchell Marsh continued as T20I captain but only managed scores of 16, 29 and 17 in the 2024 home series against the West Indies with a 2–1 victory.

May 2024: Captains Australia in T20 World Cup

In May 2024, Mitchell Marsh was named as Australia's captain for the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup tournament. Australia failed to make the T20 World Cup finals and Marsh failed to fire only managing a top score of 37 for the tournament.

September 2024: Captained Australia to T20I Series Victory Against Scotland

In September 2024, Mitchell Marsh captained Australia to a 3-nil T20I series victory against Scotland. He scored 2 in the 1st T20I before missing the last 2 games due to illness against England in a drawn series. He returned to the ODI team as captain in the absence of Pat Cummins. Marsh scored 10, 60, 24 and 28 in the first four ODIs before being injured bowling in the 4th ODI. Australia won the series 3–2.

November 2024: Dropped for 5th Test vs Beau Webster

In November 2024, Mitchell Marsh scored 6 and 47 runs and took 3 wickets in the 1st 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test at Perth, but then failed to score more than 9 runs in the next three Tests along with failing to take a wicket. Marsh was subsequently dropped for the 5th Test for 31-year old debutant Beau Webster.

January 2025: Dropped from Test Team and Unavailable for Champions Trophy

In January 2025, Mitchell Marsh was dropped from the Test team for the tour of Sri Lanka. Marsh was unavailable due to injury for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.