About Daniel Sams

A right-handed lower-order batter and left-arm fast-medium bowler, Daniel Sams is an is an Australian international who has emerged as a standout performer in world T20 cricket.

Daniel Sams is an Australian all-rounder from Milperra, New South Wales, who has built a reputation as a dynamic left-arm fast bowler and powerful lower-order hitter. After developing through Sydney grade cricket with Randwick Petersham, he progressed into the NSW system before making his Big Bash League debut with the Sydney Thunder in 2017. Known for his ability to deliver match-changing spells and explosive finishes with the bat, Sams became a key figure in T20 cricket around the world, representing Australia internationally and playing in major leagues including the IPL and overseas competitions. He remains one of the Big Bash’s most exciting all-rounders, combining power, athleticism and versatility across the shortest format of the game.

Career Highlight: Debuting for Australia against India in Sydney; 2023 Essex Vitality Blast MVP.

SCC Model: Orion

Teams: Sydney Thunder (BBL), Sommerset (Vitality Blast), Barbados Tridents (CPL), Lahore Qalanders (PSL), Royal Champs (Abu Dhabi T10), Toronto Sixers (Canada Super 60).