The Adelaide Strikers have added Harry Manenti to the squad as a local replacement player for BBL|15.
Manenti is an all-rounder who has represented Italy in 18 T20Is and was crucial in helping them qualify for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup.
The 25-year-old also represents West Torrens in Premier Cricket and is another graduate from the Strikers Academy.
Having played two matches in BBL|14 for the Strikers, also as a local replacement player, Manenti takes the place of Travis Head, who is unavailable due to The Ashes.
Head coach Tim Paine says the Strikers are thrilled to welcome Manenti back into the fold.
"Harry is a talented player with plenty of potential, and we’re looking forward to seeing what he can bring to the Strikers.
"His experience with Italy shows he’s capable of stepping up in big moments, which is a great asset for our squad."
After claiming a win in the season opener, the Strikers host the Melbourne Stars on Tuesday, December 23 for their first home fixture of the competition.
Strikers Squad: Hassan Ali (overseas), Cameron Boyce, Jordan Buckingham, Alex Carey, Mackenzie Harvey, Travis Head, Thomas Kelly, Chris Lynn, Harry Manenti, Harry Nielsen, Jamie Overton (overseas), Lloyd Pope, Alex Ross, Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Matt Short, Tom Straker, Henry Thornton, Jerrssis Wadia, Luke Wood (overseas).