Alyssa Healy’s Proud Farewell: Australia Dominates India in Final Test

PERTH: Retiring Australian captain Alyssa Healy choked up after her team’s 10-wicket pink-ball Test rout of India at WACA, securing a commanding 12-4 multi-format series win and a fairy-tale career end.

Eyes on the horizon, Healy backed the youth under Sophie Molineux. ‘Thrilled to see this stellar group advance in Sophie’s hands – they’re set for remarkable success.’

The campaign flipped scripts: T20 woes (1-2 defeat) morphed into ODI perfection (3-0) and Test supremacy. ‘T20 blues bred doubt, but the comeback in four straight wins was surreal. So proud of our bond.’

Emotion surged at farewell’s edge. Healy touted Tests: ‘Ideal for emerging stars to grind skills long-term. Short formats rarely permit innings construction.’

Her last week’s fan frenzy was eye-opening. ‘Repping Australia cocoons you in competition mode. This support wave felt unreal – thanks to live attendees and remote viewers.’

Gracious to foes, she said: ‘Appreciate your hustle amid tours. All the best for 2026 T20 World Cup in UK. An India-Australia final? Dream scenario.’

Healy departs, leaving Australia primed for more glory, her words a beacon for the rising stars.