Eliza Perry reveals the things she can’t live without on tour

Australia’s oldest instrumentalist Eliza Perrydecisive presence in ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025gave fans a rare and personal glimpse into her life on tour by sharing her “can’t live without” essentials. Known for her incredible composure on the field and her status as a true cricket icon, Perry’s latest revelations highlight the personal routine and small comforts that keep one of the greatest players in the game going through the rigors of international cricket.

Things Alice Perry can’t live without on tour

Comfort by candlelight: setting the mood

Perry begins her tour essentials with an unexpectedly comforting touch—a travel candle, or sometimes two, always finds a place in her luggage. For the Australian star, the soft lighting and subtle fragrance are more than aesthetics. “I always pack at least one candle, sometimes a couple depending on the length of the tour. I kind of like to have a little softer light in my room at night,” She explained on cricket.com.au’s YouTube channel. The practice serves as a subtle strategy against the less glamorous side of professional sports – “It often makes my room smell a little better, especially if I have a dirty workout kit around.”

Coffee and calm: the morning ritual

Jet across continents for games and tournaments, Perry prefers the morning as a moment of peace. “Another thing I always take is an air compressor to make some filter coffee,” she shared. The ritual of brewing fresh coffee isn’t just about caffeine; It’s a daily anchor amid hectic travels. “When we’re away for a long period, it’s quite nice to have a bit of a process – wake up, open the blinds, look at the sunlight and make coffee.” she said It’s a small act that helps ground her before the intensity of the day begins…

The power of music: sets the mood

The music is also a constant companion. Perry never travels without a portable JBL speaker. “I really enjoy just listening to music or playing it in the background – a different atmosphere for every time of day or whatever mood I’m in.” she admitted. Whether it’s to fuel up for a game or relax after a long session, music helps her manage the emotional lows of sports and life on the road.

Chasing New Tunes: The Harmonica Experiment

Always eager for new experiences, Eliza Perry told of her recent experiments in driving with a harmonica, hoping to teach herself to play. “Until recently I used to travel with a harmonica to try and teach myself. I’m so bad at it – it’s become a distant thought,” she laughed. The harmonica, for now, is put aside to keep her neighbors at the hotel calm, but Perry jokes that she might repeat the challenge with a proper teacher someday.

Also read: Will Alice Perry play for Sydney Sixers in WBBL|11? Here is the update

Souvenirs from home: stay connected

Perhaps most poignant is Perry’s reference to pictures brought from home. “Something we all have with us on this tour is a picture of loved ones – friends and family. It’s always really nice to pop by your bed or somewhere in line of sight in your room, just to see familiar faces that are very important to you,” she revealed. In the sometimes lonely world of international sport, these personal touches are critical, serving as a daily reminder of who and what matters most.

With a touch of typical modesty and self-deprecation, Perry concluded the video, “I found it very boring, but you might enjoy it.”

Also read: Meg Lanning, Elise Perry or Sarah Taylor? England’s male superstars pick the GOAT of women’s cricket

This article was first published in WomenCricket.comA Cricket Times company.