Alyssa Healy to miss England match with 'minor calf strain'

Alyssa Healy, captain of the Australian cricket team, will miss the upcoming match against England due to a minor calf strain sustained during a training session. Vice-captain will lead the team in her absence. Healy is being monitored for the final league game against South Africa. Beth Mooney will take over wicketkeeping duties for the England match. Healy is expected to be replaced in the playing XI by, who is likely to open the batting alongside Phoebe Litchfield. has previously stepped in for Healy, having played five ODIs with a century and a half-century to her name. Australia has already qualified for the semi-finals, securing their place at the top of the standings. England and South Africa have also reached the semi-finals, leaving one spot open. While missing Healy against England may not be critical given Australia's already secure position, her recent strong form, including two centuries in the tournament, makes her return crucial for the semi-finals. This injury is a significant setback for Healy, who has a history of injuries, including a plantar fascia injury that affected her 2024 T20 World Cup campaign and led to her missing key matches. She also dealt with kn... download the app to read more