Australia vs India Women’s World Cup: Ellyse Perry retires hurt with injury

Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry was forced to retire hurt during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 ODI match against India at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, adding tension to Australia’s pursuit of a daunting 331-run target. The incident occurred after the last ball of the 24th over when Perry, on 32 runs off 40 balls, pushed a delivery from Indian spinner Shree Charani to cover and completed a single before pulling up in discomfort. She limped off the field following an on-pitch examination by the Australian physio, raising concerns over a potential hamstring issue amid visible signs of cramping.

Prior to her departure, Perry had been instrumental in steadying Australia’s innings, forging a crucial 69-run partnership for the second wicket with captain Alyssa Healy. This stand provided a platform in the high-pressure chase against a formidable Indian total, which was built on a strong batting display led by key contributions from the hosts. Perry’s gritty knock, blending caution with calculated aggression, had helped Australia reach a competitive position midway through their innings, but her exit disrupted the momentum.

Perry was temporarily replaced by wicketkeeper-batter Beth Mooney, who managed just 4 runs off 8 balls before falling to off-spinner Deepti Sharma, leaving Australia in a precarious spot. The 34-year-old returned to the crease at the start of the 45th over after seamer Amanjot Kaur dismissed Ashleigh Gardner, aiming to anchor the lower order and guide her team closer to the target. As the match hangs in the balance, Perry’s fitness remains a focal point, with scans expected to clarify the extent of the injury ahead of Australia’s next group-stage fixture.