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Ellyse Perry retires hurt in Australia's semi-final win over West Indies

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 4:51 PM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Ellyse Perry retires hurt in Australia's semi-final win over West Indies

Summary

Ellyse Perry retired hurt during the ICC T20 World Cup semi-final as Australia defeated West Indies by eight wickets at The Oval on June 30, 2026. Perry, who is fourth on the tournament's top run-scorers list, left the field with a quad issue while batting. Despite her departure, Australia successfully chased down West Indies' total of 125, led by Beth Mooney's unbeaten 61 runs. The injury raises concerns ahead of the final match against either England or South Africa, with Australia's historic pursuit of a seventh T20 World Cup title at stake.

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•Australia restricted West Indies to 125 runs in 20 overs.
•Perry scored only 2 runs before retiring hurt.
•Beth Mooney scored 61 not out in Australia's innings.
•The final is scheduled for Sunday at Lord's.
•Deandra Dottin also faced health issues during the match.

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4:51 PMBBC Sport — Perry gives Australia injury scare in semi-final win

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Ellyse Perry gives Australia an injury scare before Sunday's T20 World Cup final by retiring hurt during her side's semi-final win over West Indies.
— BBC Sport

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