Australia captain Alyssa Healy criticised the team effort while admitting that India thoroughly outplayed her team in the semifinal clash of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025 at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
Alyssa Healy after India's win
The Women in Blue chased down a mammoth 339 runs total against defending champions Australia to seal their berth for the title decider of the mega event.
“Good contest in the end. Probably reflecting on that, we did that to ourselves a little bit, probably the first time I have felt that,” Healy said after the match.
Healy admitted that her side was unable to finish well with the bat and they were also not upto the mark with their bowling and fielding.
“We didn’t finish well with the bat, didn’t bowl that great, and dropped chances in the field. But ultimately, we were outdone in the end,” she added.
Healy after Australia's 338-run total
Speaking about their total of 338, Healy said Australia believed they were still in the game at the halfway stage.
“We thought we had half-done the job. Left a few runs out there. If we could execute with the ball and take our chances, we were still in the contest. India played really well, held their nerve, and got themselves across the line,” she said.
Healy praised Ashleigh Gardner
Healy lauded Ashleigh Gardner for her performance in the Women's ODI World Cup final. Notably, Ashleigh Gardner played a 63 off a 45-ball cameo in the semifinal.
“Ash had a sensational tournament. Everyone contributed beautifully, that’s why it’s disappointing to stand here right now.
"We created enough pressure and opportunities but couldn’t capitalise. I’m at fault for that as well... It hurts having this conversation right now after having played such good cricket.”
When asked about her future, Healy said she won’t be part of the next ODI World Cup cycle.
“I won’t be there. That’s the beauty of this next cycle. Really excited for our group, our one-day cricket will shift a little. We did so much right, we’ll learn, grow and get better,” she said.
The Women's ODI World Cup 2025 final will take place between India and South Africa on November 02 at the same venue.