Marcus Stoinis

Cricketer

Australian Perth (Western Australia)

Quick Info

ProfessionCricketer
NationalityAustralian
Date of Birth16/08/1989
Age36 years
BirthplacePerth (Western Australia)

Latest News about Marcus Stoinis

02/2025

Marcus Stoinis announced his retirement from ODI cricket in February 2025, ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy. The all-rounder, who debuted in 2015, played 71 ODIs, scoring 1,495 runs at an average of 26.69 including one century, and took wickets with his medium-pace bowling. He cited focusing on T20 cricket as a key reason for the decision.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameMarcus Peter Stoinis
NicknameStonia

Physical Stats & More

Height185 cm
Weight80 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorDark Brown

Personal Life

ReligionChristianity
Food HabitNon-Vegetarian

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsNot known

Family

FatherChris Stoinis
SiblingsNatasa

Career

International Debut
ODIEngland v Australia at Leeds on 11 September 2015
TestDid Not Play
T20England v Australia at Cardiff on 31 August 2015
Jersey Number#17 (Australia) T20
Domestic/State Team(s)
  • Western Australia
  • Melbourne Stars
  • Punjab Kings
  • Lucknow Super Giants
  • Delhi Capitals
Career Turning PointWhen he scored 146 runs against the Kiwis in Auckland in January 2017
IPL Teams
  • Delhi Daredevils
  • Delhi Capitals
  • Lucknow Super Giants
  • Punjab Kings
RetirementRetired from ODI cricket in February 2025

Favourites

Favourite CricketerRicky Ponting

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Marcus Stoinis' smoking habits are not known.
2. Marcus Stoinis does drink alcohol.
3. He has Greek heritage.
4. His car was towed on the day he was selected for the Australian team.
5. Marcus represented Australia in under-17 and under-19 teams.
6. His selection for the T20 and ODI squad was surprising.
7. He aspired to represent Australia from the start of his cricket career.
8. Stoinis is typically seen as an all-rounder.
9. He played his first domestic match for Western Australia at 19.
10. After losing his contract, he played for Northcote.
11. His impressive performance for Northcote caught the eye of Victoria selectors.
12. Delhi Daredevils bought him for around $52,000 in the 2018 IPL.
13. He partnered with Sanath Jayasurya in a match between World XI and Nepal.
14. Marcus often plays for the Melbourne Stars alongside top cricketers.
15. He was contracted with Melbourne Stars till BBL-07 due to his outstanding performance.
16. Family issues led him to move back to Western Australia from Victoria.
17. Family matters caused him to miss Western Australia's One Day Cup victory.
18. His father's recovery from illness has been a source of great encouragement.
19. He has a sister named Natasa, who is a doctor deeply involved in their father's care.
20. Stoinis moved to Victoria without a contract and played Grade Cricket for two years.
21. He scored the highest individual score in Big Bash League history with 147* off 79 balls against Sydney Sixers on 12 January 2020.
22. He played a key role in Australia's 2024 T20 World Cup victory, scoring 169 runs at an average of 42.25 and taking 10 wickets at an economy of 8.88.
23. Nicknamed 'Hulk' for his powerful batting and all-round abilities.
24. He holds the record for the most runs in a single BBL season with 705 runs in 2019-20 for Melbourne Stars, including one century and six half-centuries.
25. He captained Melbourne Stars in the 2024–25 Big Bash League.
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