Who is Mahli Beardman, 21-yr-old Aus pacer who claimed 5-wicket haul on ODI debut?

Mahli Beardman, the second Australia bowler to take five-wicket haul on ODI debut, made his international debut in T20I against Pakistan in January 2026. The 21-year-old pacer represents Perth Scorchers in Big Bash League, where he's claimed 16 wickets in 13 matches since debut in 2025. He recorded figures of 4-23 in Australia A's unofficial ODI series against India A.