Healy Retires After India Series, Misses T20 World Cup

Alyssa Healy, Australia's legendary captain, has announced her retirement from all forms of cricket following the multi-format series against India in February-March 2026. The 35-year-old wicket-keeper will bow out as one of the greatest players in women's cricket history, though her departure comes with a significant twist—she won't compete in the T20 World Cup later this year.

Healy's decision to step away from T20 internationals immediately means she'll skip the three T20 matches against India, allowing Australia to build momentum toward the World Cup with a new captain. However, she'll captain the side in the ODI leg and play her final Test at Perth's WACA Ground from March 6-9, potentially making it her 299th international appearance.

A Legacy Unmatched

The Australian icon retires with 7,106 runs and 269 dismissals across all formats—the most prolific wicket-keeper in women's international cricket. Her career highlights include seven World Cup titles (one ODI, six T20I), a Commonwealth Games gold medal, and leading Australia to a historic 16-0 Ashes whitewash in 2025. Her 170 in the 2022 ODI World Cup final against England remains the highest individual score in any World Cup final.

"I'm still passionate about playing for Australia, but I've somewhat lost that competitive edge that's kept me driven since the start, so the time feels right to call it a day." — Alyssa Healy

Healy's retirement also signals the end of her WBBL career with the Sydney Sixers. She'll continue her media presence with Fox Cricket and her Willow Talk podcast. Her departure forces Australia to identify new leadership ahead of the T20 World Cup, marking the end of an era for women's cricket.