MELBOURNE, Jan 13, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Australia captain Alyssa Healy said on Tuesday she will to retire from cricket in March after the team's home series with India, ending a storied career. "It's with mixed emotions that the upcoming India series will be my last for Australia," said Healy, whose husband is Australia pace spearhead Mitchell Starc. One of the most destructive batters and finest wicketkeepers in world cricket, she has been part of eight World Cup titles. "Alyssa is one of the all-time greats of the game and has made an immeasurable contribution both on and off the field over her 15-year career," said Cricket Australia chief Todd Greenberg. "On behalf of Australian cricket, I'd like to thank Alyssa and congratulate her on an incredible career that has inspired so many and changed the game for the better."

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 13, 2026 05:07 UTC