Alyssa Healy Reflects on a Memorable Match
“Bouncing back from the T20 series defeat was unbelievable and proud of the bunch,” said Alyssa Healy after Australia Women defeated India Women by 10 wickets in a one-off Test at the WACA Ground in Perth on March 8, 2026. This match not only showcased the prowess of the Australian team but also marked a significant moment in Healy’s career as it was her final appearance in international cricket.
Match Overview
Australia won the toss and chose to field, a decision that proved advantageous as they bowled India out for 149 in their second innings. Pratika Rawal, making her Test debut, impressed with a score of 63 runs, while Sneh Rana contributed 30 runs. Despite a strong start, India found themselves trailing, starting Day 3 at 105/6, needing to overcome a deficit of 20 runs.
Australia’s Dominance
With a target of just 25 runs to chase, Australia Women completed the task in a mere 4.3 overs, demonstrating their dominance in the match. Annabel Sutherland was named Player of the Match for her outstanding performance, scoring 129 runs and taking six wickets throughout the game. This victory solidified Australia’s lead in the multi-format series, ending with a score of 12-4.
Reflections from the Captains
Harmanpreet Kaur, the captain of India Women, acknowledged the challenges faced during the series, stating, “We started well in T20Is with a series win, but could not continue the good work in ODIs and Tests. Playing a full series in Australia was a good experience.” Her sentiments reflect the mixed results India experienced during the tour, having initially won the T20I series 2-1 before losing the ODI series 3-0.
Healy’s Farewell
Healy expressed her emotions regarding her departure from the international stage, saying, “I am going to sing that team song one last time, but happy to see this team going forward and get some good results. The last week or so has been amazing.” Her leadership and contributions to the team have been significant, and her farewell marks the end of an era for Australian women’s cricket.
Looking Ahead
As the series concluded, the focus now shifts to future competitions for both teams. Australia Women will look to build on their success, while India Women will aim to regroup and learn from their experiences in this challenging series. The journey continues for both teams as they prepare for upcoming international fixtures.
