Bad news for Australia! Their captain, Alyssa Healy, is sidelined with a calf injury for their crucial Women's Cricket World Cup clash against England. This is a major blow for the Aussies, who are already through to the semi-finals. Tahlia McGrath will step up to captain the side in Healy's absence, and Georgia Voll is expected to open the batting.
England Seeks Ashes Redemption
But this match is about more than just World Cup positioning. England are hungry for revenge after being whitewashed by Australia in the Ashes series last winter. While Amy Jones claims the Ashes haven't been discussed, you can bet it's on their minds. A victory here would be a massive confidence boost and a chance to exorcise those Ashes demons.
Both teams have already secured their places in the semi-finals, but this game could be a preview of the final. No team wants to face their opponent in a final after a recent thrashing. England, under new coach Charlotte Edwards, have been working hard to improve their fielding and mental toughness. Their recent win against India shows they're on the right track.
Key Players to Watch
- England: Keep an eye on Amy Jones behind the wickets and with the bat. Their bowlers will need to be on top form to contain the Aussie batting lineup.
- Australia: Tahlia McGrath will be key as captain and a batter. The team will be hoping that Healy will be fit for the semi-finals.
Will England finally get one over on Australia? Or will the Aussies continue their dominance? Tune in to find out!