# Hobart Hurricanes WBBL 12 squad developments

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hobart-hurricanes-wbbl-12-squad-developments
> Updated: 2026-10-28T05:06:24.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The Hobart Hurricanes have implemented several roster changes ahead of their Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12 title defense. The club appointed Nicola Carey, its most-capped women’s player, as captain following the retirement of Elyse Villani, with Heather Graham serving as vice-captain.

Due to various injuries, the squad has undergone multiple replacements. Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu was signed as an overseas replacement for Danni Wyatt-Hodge. Additionally, Maddy Green joined the team to replace Linsey Smith, and seventeen-year-old Ira Aery was signed to cover for Callie Wilson.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-28: Hobart Hurricanes appoint Nicola Carey captain for WBBL 12

Nicola Carey has been named captain of the Hobart Hurricanes for WBBL 12, supported by vice-captain Heather Graham.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hobart-hurricanes-appoint-nicola-carey-captain-for-wbbl-12

### 2026-10-26: Hobart Hurricanes sign Chamari Athapaththu for WBBL 12

The Hobart Hurricanes have signed Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu to replace the injured Danni Wyatt-Hodge for the upcoming WBBL 12 season.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hobart-hurricanes-sign-chamari-athapaththu-for-wbbl-12

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