Matthew William Short (born 8 November 1995) is an Australian international cricketer who represents the Australia national team in limited overs cricket. A right-handed top-order batter who also bowls right-arm off break, Short is recognised for his all-round abilities across domestic and franchise cricket.
| Full name | Matthew William Short |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 8 November 1995 |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Batting style | Right-handed (top-order) |
| Bowling style | Right-arm off break |
| Role | All-rounder |
| State team | Victoria |
| BBL team | Adelaide Strikers (captain) |
| IPL team | Chennai Super Kings |
| International format | Limited overs cricket |
Short developed as a top-order batter capable of bowling off-spin, a combination that has made him a versatile option in the shorter formats of the game. His skill set as an opening batter who can also contribute with the ball has shaped his progression through Australian domestic cricket and into franchise leagues abroad.
At the state level in Australia, Short represents Victoria in domestic competitions.
In the Big Bash League (BBL), Short plays for and captains the Adelaide Strikers, leading the franchise in Australia's premier domestic Twenty20 competition.
Short plays for the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL), one of the most prominent franchise tournaments in world cricket.
Short represents the Australia national team in limited overs cricket, contributing as a top-order batter and part-time off-spin bowler.
Short's career reflects the modern pathway of Australian limited-overs cricketers, balancing commitments across state cricket, the Big Bash League, the Indian Premier League and international duties. His role as captain of the Adelaide Strikers underlines his standing as a leader within Australian domestic cricket.