New Delhi, July 2 (). Australia women’s cricket team’s star all-rounder Ellyse Perry can play in the final of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 despite not being fully fit. The team’s head coach said on Thursday that the final decision on Perry’s fitness will be taken before the match.
Ellyse Perry retired hurt while batting in the semi-final against West Indies. Perry left the field due to thigh muscle problem. Head coach Shelley Nitschke said the team has not practiced since the semifinals, so there is no new update on their status.
Will Perry play the final even if he is not fully fit? In response to this question, Nitschke said, “Yes, it is possible. Perry wants to contribute to the team in any form, be it fielding, batting or running between the wickets. In a big match like the World Cup final, the availability of players is looked at from a different perspective.”
The coach also praised young fast bowler Lucy Hamilton. Hamilton has not been able to take any wicket in the tournament so far, but she has given runs at an economy of only 4.45 in 11 overs.
The head coach said that his bowling in the powerplay against India was very impressive, while in the semi-finals also he remained calm under pressure and controlled the opposition batsmen. He may not have got wickets, but he has created many important chances.
Australia women’s team became T20 World Cup champion by defeating South Africa in 2023. After this the team has not been able to win any ICC World Cup. Australia did not reach the 2024 T20 World Cup final and the 2025 ODI World Cup final. This time again Australia is eyeing becoming champion. In the final, Australia will face the winner of the semi-final between England and South Africa.
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PAK