The ACT Rockets have once again proven their dominance in Australian Indoor Cricket, clinching the Men's Open title at the 2025 National Indoor Cricket Championships held in Joondalup, Western Australia.
In a thrilling grand final, the Rockets defeated Queensland with a commanding score of 85–61, securing their third consecutive national title and sixth overall. This marks the first Men's Open three-peat since Queensland achieved the feat from 2012 to 2014, making the ACT Rockets just the second State/Territory to accomplish this milestone.
This latest triumph adds to an impressive legacy, with previous titles won in 2015, 2017, 2018, 2023, 2024, and now 2025. The Rockets’ consistent excellence over the years has solidified their reputation as one of the premier teams in the sport, winning six of the last nine national tournaments.
Adding to the celebrations, ACT Rockets legend Vinesh Bennett was inducted into the Indoor Cricket Hall of Fame during the championship presentation dinner. Bennett, who announced his retirement from international indoor cricket last season, boasts an incredible career including 12 Australian tours and five World Cup appearances.
Congratulations to all of the players who contributed to the ACT Rockets squad in 2025.
2025 ACT Rockets Squad:
Matthew Floros, Vinesh Bennett, Luke Ryan, Timmy Floros, Sam Dwyer, Brock Winkler, Matt Latham, Tyler Hays, Brad Kwong, Mitch Gunning, Brad Millyn.
Coach: Billy Floros
Manager: Marie Hart
Assistant Coach: Brenton Brien
Trainers: Kristen Bennett and Dave Kennard
Attention now turns to the upcoming 2025 Indoor Cricket World Cup, to be held in Sri Lanka. Following their stellar performances, Matthew Floros (Australian captain), Tim Floros, Luke Ryan, Tyler Hays, Sam Dwyer, and Brock Winkler have been selected to represent Australia on the world stage.
Also heading to the World Cup is Andrew Hall-Villiers, who officiated the Men's Open Grand Final for the sixth consecutive tournament.
Further Australian staff appointments announced at the presentation dinner include:
- Brenton Brien – Australian Men's Head Coach
- Vinesh Bennett – Australian Men's and U22 Men's Assistant Coach
- Billy Floros – Australian Women's Head Coach
Photo Credit: Aussies In Action Sport Photography