Ellyse Perry turns 30: Rare photos with her female BFFs, ex-husband Matt

Australian women's cricketer Ellyse Perry,w ho is one of the biggest sensations in the game, celebrates her 30th birthday today. We take a look at a different side of her through some cute and romantic photos with her dear friends, cricket colleague and ex-husband Matt Toomua off the pitch. (Pictures Courtesy/Ellyse Perry Instagram)

Updated On: 2018-11-03 04:30 PM IST

Ellyse Perry and her husband

Born on November 3, 1990, Ellyse Perry is an Australian sportswoman who made her debut for both the Australian cricket and the Australian women's national soccer team at the age of 16.

In picture: Ellyse Perry posted this picture with ex-husband Matt Toomua on a plane

Ellyse Perry is the youngest person to represent Australia in cricket and the first Australian to have appeared in both cricket and soccer World Cups.

In picture: Ellyse Perry and ex-husband Matt Toomua look to be soaking in the sun while vacationing in Europe

Ellyse Perry was born in the Sydney suburb of Wahroonga and attended Beecroft Public School, and Pymble Ladies College, completing year 12 in 2008. At Pymble, she was Sports Captain, Athletics Captain and Cricket Captain.

In picture: Ellyse Perry looked absolutely gorgeous in this black dress with ex-husband Matt Toomua.

During her time at school, Ellyse Perry played a range of sports beside cricket and soccer such as tennis, athletics, golf and touch football.

Ellyse Perry studied economics and social sciences at the University of Sydney.

Ellyse Perry on a tour of her homeland with ex-husband Matt Toomua.

Ellyse Perry seen here enjoying a weekend trip with Matt Toomua and friends. She captioned, 'A weekend well spent'

On October 24, 2013, Ellyse Perry went public with her relationship with Australian rugby player Matt Toomua in their appearance at the John Eales Medal ceremony.

Ellyse Perry posted this picture from her wedding to Matt Toomua on the two-year anniversary.

Less than a year later on August 20, 2014, Ellyse Perry and Matt Toomua announced their engagement. They later married on December 19, 2015.

Ellyse Perry posted this picture from her wedding to Matt Toomua. Perry captioned, 'We got hitched!'

In July 2020, Ellyse Perry and Matt Toomua ended their four-year marriage when they filed for divorce.

In 2013, Ellyse Perry was ranked by SportsPro magazine as the 36th most marketable sportsperson in the world, and the most marketable Australian athlete. Ellyse Perry also appeared in a commercial shoot for an underwear brand.

Ellyse Perry gets into the Movember mood with this cheeky picture. Perry captioned, 'Next month is Movember, an opportunity to add some fur to your upper lip for a great cause. Not to mention all the added manliness you get from having a mo. This is my attempt with shaving cream, might not have quite the same effect as real hair, but it was just as itchy!'

Ellyse Perry has fun with a few schoold kids. She captioned this picture, 'Hanging out with my little friends. www.pullonyoursocks.com.au @mcgrathfoundation'

Ellyse Perry seen here enjoying an outing at an amusement park with her friends. Perry wrote, 'Takeoff with @lizefraser and @k8fra! Incidentally, @lizefraser is well worth a follow - takes some amazing travel pics and gosh she is good at cricket. To clarify, that's @lizefraser @lizefraser @lizefraser...'

Ellyse Perry posted this picture with a few friends and wrote, 'Long days of hangs with these guys this weekend'

Ellyse Perry posted this picture with husband Matt Toomua and a couple of other athletes, and captioned, 'Special weekend supporting @ray_intraining at the CrossFit Regionals. Serious admiration for what these athletes are capable of'

Ellyse Perry looks like shes missing Matt Toomua a lot on this outing with friends. Ellyse Perry wrote, 'Just missing one @m.toomua'

Ellyse Perry in a cockpit! She captioned, 'Really cool experience in the the cockpit of a @qantas Boeing 737 today with Captain Anita!'

Ellyse Perry posted this picture of hers from a magazine photoshoot for a brand. Ellyse Perry wrote, 'Priceline Pharmacy is celebrating all Aussie women and wants to know more about the beauty of YOU! Beauty to me is being healthy, fit and active. To let us know what it is to you, head to the @pricelineau website to complete the #beautyofyou survey #priceline'

Ellyse Perry posted this picture of hers with a couple of friends at a wedding, captioned, 'Repost from @vtoomua... Very lucky to call these two my sisters! #fromothermister #toomuas'

Ellyse Perry posted this picture with fellow Australian cricketers, captioned, 'This summer we are taking on the Kiwis around the country on the biggest stage yet. It would be awesome to see you there! @southernstars @commbank'

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