Alyssa Healy
Australian cricketer, wicketkeeper-batter
Born
March 24th, 1990
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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An accomplished cricketer played for the Australian national team and several domestic teams. Gained recognition as a wicketkeeper-batter, contributing significantly to matches in formats such as One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20s. Played a crucial role in Australia's success at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, securing victories and demonstrating exceptional skills behind the stumps and with the bat. Participated in multiple international tours and series, earning a reputation for aggressive batting and sharp wicketkeeping. Holds records for runs scored in crucial matches, highlighting contributions to the team's achievements both domestically and internationally.
Part of Australia's winning team at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup
Achieved multiple centuries in ODIs and T20s
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