Australian captain Alyssa Healy has officially announced her retirement from international cricket. The 35-year-old confirmed in January 2026 that the ongoing multi-format home series against India would be her last assignment for Australia.
Healy ended her One-Day International career in perfect style on March 1. She smashed a whopping 158 runs off just 98 balls against India and sealed a 3-0 ODI series sweep.
It was a classic Healy knock, fearless and full of clean hits. She attacked from the start and never let the Indian bowlers settle down.
With that innings, she closed her ODI chapter with 3,777 runs from 126 matches. She scored eight centuries and 19 half-centuries at an average of 37.03.
Healy said the decision to retire was not an easy one. She admitted she had lost her “competitive edge” and was dealing with mental fatigue and recurring injuries.
“I loved every minute of wearing the Australian jersey,” she said. “I will miss the girls and the honor of opening the batting for my country.”
Her international journey lasted 16 years and brought enormous success. She has been part of eight ICC World Cup title wins, six in T20 format and two in ODIs.
She also won a gold medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, adding another proud moment to her decorated career.
Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg called her one of the all-time greats. He said her contributions as a player and leader were immeasurable.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also praised her, calling her a legend who helped raise the profile of women’s sports around the world.
Healy will make her final international appearance in a one-off pink-ball Test against India at the WACA in Perth. The match starts on March 6 and it is expected to be an emotional farewell.
Fans in Perth are likely to turn up in droves to see her in Australian colors one last time.
After his retirement, Healy is expected to broadcast full-time. She has already impressed many with her work as a commentator and expert.
For Indian fans, her retirement marks the end of an era. She has often been a difficult opponent, but always a respected one.
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