Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Australian |
| Date of Birth | 22/09/1994 |
| Age | 32 years |
| Birthplace | Greenacre, New South Wales, Australia |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Nathan Ellis
20/03/2026
Nathan Ellis was ruled out of the 2026 Indian Premier League after aggravating an old hamstring injury in the One-Day Cup final for Tasmania on 11/03/2026. Chennai Super Kings said he would need a minimum of three months of rehabilitation before bowling in match conditions again. Spencer Johnson was named as his replacement in the squad.
01/01/2025
Nathan Ellis was secured by the Chennai Super Kings in the 2025 IPL auction for Rs 2 crore, marking a significant career milestone as he joins one of the most successful franchises in the tournament. This move follows his impressive performances with Punjab Kings and highlights his growing stature in international cricket.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Nathan Trevor Ellis |
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| Nickname(s) | Starcy |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 9" (175 cm) |
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| Weight | 70 Kg (154 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Menai High School, Illawong (2007-2012) |
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| College/University | Western Sydney University (WSU), Sydney |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor degree in Marketing (2013-2017) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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| Tattoo(s) | S.W.F.M. (Scott William Francis McDonald) 4.6.94-7.6.12 |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 28/07/2023 |
Family
| Father | Trevor Ellis |
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| Mother | Simone Vaughan |
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| Spouse | Connie Edwards (Lawyer) |
Career
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| Coach/Mentor | Adam Griffith | ||||
| Batting Style | Right-handed | ||||
| Bowling Style | Right-arm fast-medium | ||||
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| Captaincy | Hobart Hurricanes (BBL) and Tasmania (One-Day Cup), 2025-26 season |
Favourites
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| TV Show | The Office (2005, aired on NBC) |
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| Sports (other than cricket) | Rugby League |
| Punjabi Song | Jatt Don't Care by Sultaan |
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| Music Genre | Country |
| Clothing Brand | New Balance |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Nathan discovered cricket as a child, transitioning from Tee-ball despite not enjoying it. | |
| 2. He was more engaged in sports and arts than academics during his school years. | |
| 3. Nathan trained under private cricket coaching between September 2011 and February 2016. | |
| 4. He participated in a charitable marathon event in May 2013. | |
| 5. For three years, he worked part-time as a landscaper while developing his cricket career. | |
| 6. Injury setbacks occurred in 2017, necessitating surgery for his ankle. | |
| 7. Nathan began a relationship with Connie Edwards in 2017 when they met at a cricket club. | |
| 8. He moved to Tasmania in 2017 to pursue cricket, taking various odd jobs to support himself. | |
| 9. Initially considered quitting cricket in 2019 but was encouraged to persist by his coach. | |
| 10. He took on a teaching assistant role to manage living expenses during his early cricket career. | |
| 11. His contributions helped Australia win the T20 World Cup in 2021, where he took four wickets. | |
| 12. He made history by taking a hat-trick on his T20I debut against Bangladesh, although it wasn't broadcasted in Australia. | |
| 13. During the 2022 IPL auction, he was picked by Punjab Kings for Rs 75 lakhs. | |
| 14. In December 2023, he made headlines for an incident during a T20I match against India. | |
| 15. He stands out as a skilled bowler in death overs, leading in T20I wickets in 2023. | |
| 16. Chennai Super Kings secured him in the 2025 IPL auction for Rs 2 crore. | |
| 17. He enjoys drinking beer during social gatherings and prefers sneakers to watches. | |
| 18. Ryan Gosling is his choice for someone to portray him in a film about his life. | |
| 19. He wishes he could fly as a superpower and has a deep affection for animals, owning a pet dog. | |
| 20. He aspires to spend time with comedian Ricky Gervais. | |
| 21. If given the power to modify cricket rules, he would reduce the number of deliveries per over from six to four. | |
| 22. His leisure time is often spent playing video games and watching Netflix. | |
| 23. He donates blood to the Red Cross Blood Services. |
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