Australia skipper Alyssa Healy delivered a sensational performance in Match 17 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025smashing her 7th WODI century. The match, held in Vizag, saw Bangladesh set a modest target of 199, but Healy, opening alongside Phoebe Litchfieldensured there was never any doubt about the outcome. The duo powered Australia to a 10-wicket victoryfinishing the chase at 202/0 in just 24.5 overs.

Healy’s innings was marked by aggression, precision, and a display of why she remains one of the premier openers in women’s cricket. In addition to the century, she crossed significant career milestone. This innings further reinforced her World Cup credentials and highlighted her ability to dominate opposition attacks. The partnership with Litchfield also set records for Australia and in Women’s World Cup history.

Women’s World Cup 2025: Alyssa Healy’s milestones and records

Healy reached her 3,500th WODI run with her 55th run in the match, surpassing Alexandra Blackwell to become the 5th-highest run-scorer for Australia Women. She has now scored 3,558 runs at an average of 36.30 from 122 matches (110 innings), with this knock featuring 20 fours from 77 balls. This was also her 7th WODI century, complementing 18 fifties, while taking her career tally of fours past the 500-mark (502).

It was her maiden century against Bangladesh, making 113*, and her 4th World Cup hundred, equaling legends like Suzie Bates, Brittin and Charlotte Edwards. Healy’s 73-ball century is now the 2nd-fastest in Women’s World Cup history, behind only Deandra Dottin’s 71-ball effort. She and Litchfield also put together a 202-run opening stand*, the 4th-highest in World Cup history and Australia’s 3rd 200-plus opening partnership in the tournament. Her innings featured impeccable timing, fearless strokeplay, and resilience, despite being dropped in the 20th over, showing her ability to capitalize on every opportunity.

Women’s World Cup 2025: Dominant knock for Australia and impact against Bangladesh

From the start, Healy set the tone with aggressive intent, taking the attack to the bowlers and letting Litchfield anchor the other end. Her knock not only secured a dominant 10-wicket victory but also highlighted her consistency in high-pressure matches. She has now scored two consecutive centuries in this World Cup, solidifying her status as a key performer for Australia. The innings featured crisp drives, elegant cuts, and powerful lofted shots, combining technical skill with audacious intent.

By reaching 3,500 WODI runs and surpassing 500 fours, she joins an elite group of Australian batters who have left a lasting mark on the format. This performance will also boost her confidence for the upcoming matches and put pressure on opposing teams. The record-breaking partnership with Litchfield showcased excellent running between wickets, communication, and shot selection. Overall, this innings was a masterclass in one-day batting, blending aggression, timing, and mental fortitude. It reaffirmed Healy’s position as one of the finest openers in women’s cricket history, making her indispensable to Australia’s World Cup ambitions.

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