Australia’s captain, Alyssa Healy, has successfully completed a fitness test, providing a significant morale boost for the team as they prepare for their ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 semi-final clash against India. Healy sustained a calf injury during a training session prior to the match against England last week, forcing her to miss the final two league games. Her progress was evident on Thursday in Mumbai, where she participated in wicket-keeping drills and a full net session, displaying strong hitting against the bowlers. This positive development follows closely behind the team’s previous matches where Beth Mooney capably filled in as wicket-keeper. Mooney expressed her eagerness for Healy’s return, acknowledging Healy’s impact. Head coach Shelley Nitschke had also conveyed optimism regarding Healy’s potential return for the crucial semi-final, emphasizing ongoing assessment. Healy has been in exceptional form throughout the tournament, amassing 294 runs in four matches with an impressive average of 98 and a strike rate of 131.25. Her standout performance, a blistering 142 against India, significantly contributed to a record victory. The potential return of their skipper will undoubtedly strengthen Australia’s formidable lineup as they head into the high-stakes semi-final in Navi Mumbai.
