The Ashes 2025-26 series has ignited fierce rivalry between Australia and England across iconic venues like Perth’s Optus Stadium, Brisbane’s Gabba, and Adelaide Oval, captivating millions worldwide. Beyond the boundary, the wives and girlfriends (WAGS) of Australia’s top cricketers have stolen the spotlight, cheering passionately from the stands, sharing stylish moments on social media, and embodying unwavering support amid high-stakes Tests. These women, often spotted in elegant outfits blending comfort with cricket glamour, add a human touch to the intense battle for the urn, turning player milestones into family celebrations.
Wives and girlfriends of Australia cricketers at the Ashes 2025-26
Pat Cummins’ wife – Becky Cummins
Pat Cummins, Australia’s captain leading the charge in the Ashes, draws strength from his wife Becky Cummins (née Boston), a devoted mother and pillar of stability. Married in a intimate Byron Bay ceremony in 2022 after dating since 2013, Becky has been by his side through triumphs like the 2023 ODI World Cup, often posting family glimpses with their children Albie (born 2021) and Edi (born February 2025). Fans spotted her in the Perth crowd during the first Test, her poised presence a calming force as Cummins navigated leadership pressures.
Travis Head’s wife – Jessica Davies
Travis Head, the explosive batter who topped Australia’s run charts with 437 in the series so far, celebrates his dynamic life with wife Jessica Davies, a model-turned-entrepreneur and mental health advocate. The couple, childhood friends turned soulmates, wed in a picturesque Adelaide ceremony in April 2023, welcoming daughter Milla Paige in 2022 and a second child—a son—in late 2024. Jessica’s vibrant Instagram captures her at the Gabba for the pink-ball Test, radiating pride in a chic sundress while balancing motherhood and her restaurant ventures in Sydney and Canberra.
Steve Smith’s wife – Dani Willis
Steve Smith, vice-captain and middle-order maestro, shares his world with wife Dani Willis, a lawyer with a passion for interior design and Pilates. They met during the 2011-12 Big Bash League at a Sydney bar, got engaged atop New York’s Rockefeller Center in 2017, and married at Bandooley Estate in 2018. Dani, often seen courtside or pitchside in tailored outfits, cheered Smith during the MCG Boxing Day Test, her low-key elegance complementing his comeback story post-injury.
Usman Khawaja’s wife – Rachel Khawaja
Usman Khawaja, the seasoned opener, is supported by wife Rachel Khawaja (née McLellan), a marketing graduate, business development manager, and 7Cricket reporter who converted to Islam before their 2018 nikah. With dual Australian-New Zealand citizenship, Rachel met Usman at university in 2015; they now raise two daughters in a serene all-white Sydney home. Her presence at Adelaide Oval, blending professional poise with family devotion, highlights her role in Usman’s resilience during probing spells from England’s bowlers.
Marnus Labuschagne’s wife – Rebekah Labuschagne
Marnus Labuschagne, Australia’s No.3 mainstay with 174 runs, leans on wife Rebekah Labuschagne (née Gillam), whom he met through their shared Baptist church community in Brisbane’s Redlands. Married since May 2017 at Sirromet Wines, the couple welcomed a daughter in September 2022 and announced their second child in January 2025, just before the Sydney finale. Rebekah’s heartfelt social media posts from the SCG stands capture her quiet strength, fueling Labuschagne’s focus amid fluctuating form.
Cameron Green’s girlfriend – Emily Redwood
Cameron Green, the rising all-rounder, recently proposed to long-time girlfriend Emily Redwood in February 2025 at Yallingup beach, Western Australia, after five years together. Emily, his fitness inspiration during injury recoveries, has been pivotal in his growth; their engagement photos went viral, showing sunset hugs and diamond-ring joy. She turned heads at Optus Stadium in casual chic athleisure, her youthful energy mirroring Green’s aggressive cameos.
Josh Hazlewood’s wife – Cherina Murphy Christian
Josh Hazlewood, the towering pacer, married high school sweetheart Cherina Murphy Christian in August 2022 in Hunter Valley, with their son Zac born in November 2024. A professional makeup artist from Tamworth’s Oxley High, Cherina motivates Hazlewood’s precision bowling, often attending award nights and IPL matches incognito. During the Brisbane Test, her subtle celebrations from the members’ enclosure underscored their grounded romance.
Nathan Lyon’s wife – Emma McCarthy
Nathan Lyon, the veteran off-spinner, found enduring love with wife Emma McCarthy, a real estate agent; they wed in July 2022 after dating since 2017, post his previous marriage. Emma helped him rebound from the 2019 Ashes heartbreak, sharing a $3.8 million Sydney townhouse since 2020. Her elegant figure in the Adelaide crowd during Lyon’s wily spells added glamour, her supportive gaze a constant amid turning pitches.
Alex Carey’s wife – Eloise Carey
Alex Carey, wicketkeeper with 291 runs including an emotional Adelaide century dedicated to his late father, shares tears and triumphs with wife Eloise Carey, a therapist and former model from Australia’s Next Top Model Season 5. Married since September 2016 after meeting in the early 2010s, they have two children, Louis and Clementine; Eloise’s sobbing joy in the stands during his ton became an iconic Ashes image.
Josh Inglis’ wife – Megan Kincart
Josh Inglis, the backup keeper-batter who recently wed long-term partner Megan Kincart in late 2025 after their April 2024 engagement, balances family with flair. Parents to son Oscar (born June 2023), Megan’s glamorous feed showcases match-day outfits from Perth to Melbourne. Her presence at the MCG, cradling their toddler, symbolizes the new generation of WAGS blending parenthood with pitchside passion.
