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Alyssa Healy made a strong return to cricket after six months out with injury, top-scoring for Australia A against India A. The skipper showed her class with 27 off 18 balls in the T20I victory. Healy will gradually return to full duties, batting in remaining T20Is before wicketkeeping in ODIs. Her comeback boosts Australia's World Cup preparations as they target an eighth title.

Key Points: Alyssa Healy Stars in Australia A Win on Cricket Return From Injury

  • Healy scored 27 off 18 in comeback match after knee injury
  • Played first game since February's Ashes Test
  • Will bat in remaining T20Is before keeping in ODIs
  • Eyes World Cup return as Australia chase 8th title
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Alyssa Healy returns to cricket, stars in Australia A's victory over India A

Skipper Alyssa Healy shines with 27 off 18 in Australia A's T20I win over India A, marking her comeback after 6-month injury layoff.

"It was nice to just get back out there...hopefully the decision-making will start kicking back in - Alyssa Healy"

Queensland, August 8

Australia skipper Alyssa Healy returned to international cricket for the first time since last six months as she continues to recover from injury ahead of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup later this year.

Healy turned out for Australia A in a T20I contest against India A in Queensland, and the experienced keeper-batter showed glimpses of her best in the 13-run victory by scoring 27 from just 18 deliveries, as per the ICC.

It was Healy's first proper hitout since she featured in the one-off Test against England at the MCG at the end of February, with the 35-year-old having battled a knee injury in recent times while trying to get fit for this year's 50-over World Cup that commences on September 30 in India and Sri Lanka.

Healy hit five boundaries during her brief stay at the crease against India A in Mackay, and the right-hander was thrilled to make a successful return to action and contribute towards a victory for her side.

"(I got) off to a good start ... another disappointing dismissal, but that's OK. I've done a lot of hitting in the nets, and haven't really had any time out in the middle for a long period of time, so it was nice to just get back out there, and hopefully the decision making will start kicking back in at some point," Healy told reporters after the game.

Healy will continue her return from injury while playing as a batter only in the remaining two T20I matches against India A and will take the gloves as keeper for the ODI portion of the series in Brisbane later this month.

If the recovery goes as planned, then Healy will play a crucial role in trying to help Australia win an eighth 50-over World Cup title later this year, but for the time being, the experienced captain is focused on taking small steps and spending some more time in the middle for Australia A.

"Throughout all the injuries and whatnot, I actually was hitting the ball really well. I was actually probably batting as well as what I had for a period of time. I didn't really feel like any technical changes needed to be made, it was just having some time out in the middle," Healy said.

"Decision-making is a big part of the game, and you don't really know if you're hitting or missing until you're out there in the middle. That's what these games are for and hopefully I can rectify that," she added.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Healy's comeback is impressive but I'm more concerned about our bowling attack. Giving away 27 runs in just 18 balls to someone returning from injury? Our bowlers need to step up before the World Cup. #ImprovementNeeded
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Aman W
As an Indian cricket fan, I appreciate Healy's dedication. Coming back from injury isn't easy. But let's not forget our Smriti Mandhana who's been in great form! The World Cup in India will be 🔥
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Priya S
The real test will be when she faces our spinners in Indian conditions during the World Cup. Our girls should study her weaknesses from this match. Preparation is key! #WomenInBlue
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Karthik V
Respect to Healy for her comeback, but can we talk about how India A restricted them to a modest total? Our fielding has improved tremendously under the new coaching staff. Small wins matter!
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Nisha Z
Healy's experience shows in her gameplay. Our young players should learn from such veterans. But I'm proud of our team's fighting spirit - we'll come back stronger in the next match! 💪

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