Women’s World Cup 2025: Worked in KFC, became a cricketer like her uncle, this player is returning from IND-AUS semi-finals

Sanjeev Kumar

khelja|30-10-2025

Australia's captain Healy (Photo: PTI)

Alyssa Healy Story: The teams of India and Australia will face each other in the second semi-final of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025. This match will also see the return of that player to the team, who is exactly like his uncle in playing cricket. And, who has also worked in KFC to live his dream of becoming a cricketer. We are talking about Alyssa Healy, who can make a comeback in the semi-finals after being out of 2 matches in the group stage. The coach of the Australian team has also given a big hint regarding his return.

Australian captain Healy

Alyssa Healy is the captain of Australia in the Women's ODI World Cup 2025. The team is continuously performing well under his captaincy. And, that trend continues in this World Cup also. The amazing thing is that Healy's own contribution in this is huge. As a captain, he has played his role well not only through his decisions on the field but also as an experienced batsman of the team.

Ian Healy's niece, worked in KFC

Alyssa Healy is the niece of former Australian wicketkeeper batsman Ian Healy. She is the daughter of his elder brother Greg Healy.

The big thing is that Alyssa is also a wicketkeeper batsman like her uncle. The reason behind Alyssa Healy becoming a cricketer is not only her hard work but also her struggle. To live her cricket dream, Alyssa Healy, born in Gold Coast, has also done a part-time job in KFC. She used to serve fries there.

Back after 2 matches!

However, now the situation is completely different for Alyssa, who works part time in KFC. Now she is the captain of Australia women's cricket team. Even though she did not play the last two matches in the Women's ODI World Cup 2025.

But, his return in the semi-finals against India seems certain. The head coach of the Australian team said that they have practiced excellently. She looks in good touch. The decision on his playing will be taken just before the match.

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