Australian cricket legend Alisa Healy, widely regarded as one of the greatest batters in the history of women’s cricket, has announced her retirement from international cricket. Healy’s illustrious career saw her achieve the extraordinary feat of winning eight World Cups with Australia, including triumphs in both the T20 and ODI formats, while earning multiple individual accolades along the way.
The announcement came during an interview on the Triple M Cricket podcast, Willow Talk, where Healy candidly revealed her plans. When asked if she had any news to share, she replied, “I didn’t expect to start this way; I thought I would announce it at the end.” She then confirmed, “I am officially retiring from cricket after the upcoming series against India.”
Australia is set to host India for a three-format series in February and March, encompassing T20, ODI, and Test matches. However, Healy has confirmed that she will not participate in the T20 matches. After playing the three ODIs, she will conclude her international career with a single Test match, which is scheduled to begin in WACA on 6 March. The 36-year-old wicketkeeper-batter will bid farewell to the game on home soil in this final fixture.
Over the course of her remarkable career, Healy has represented Australia in 10 Tests, 123 ODIs, and 162 T20 Internationals, amassing more than 7,000 runs across formats. Her record includes eight centuries and 38 half-centuries, showcasing her consistency and match-winning ability.
Career Achievements of Alisa Healy
| Format | Matches | Runs | 100s | 50s | Notable Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 10 | 699 | 2 | 3 | – |
| ODI | 123 | 4,122 | 5 | 22 | 2013, 2022 World Cup winner |
| T20I | 162 | 2,354 | 1 | 13 | ICC T20I Player of the Year 2018, 2019 |
Healy made her international debut at just 19 years old and won her first T20 World Cup in 2010. She subsequently lifted the trophy in 2012, 2014, 2018, 2020, and 2023. She also celebrated ODI World Cup victories in 2013 and 2022, cementing her status as a key contributor to Australia’s dominance in women’s cricket.
Her personal life is intertwined with cricket as well; she is married to fellow Australian cricket icon Mitchell Starc, one of the country’s premier left-arm fast bowlers. Healy’s retirement marks the end of an era, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, skill, and extraordinary success that will inspire generations to come.