Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry has been ruled out of the ongoing Women’s T20 World Cup after suffering a hamstring injury in the league clash against New Zealand Women. Perry was in doubt for the do-or-die clash against the Ferns due to a troublesome hip, but took the field nonetheless, in the game that Australia won to seal their spot in the semis.
“Ellyse sustained a high-grade right hamstring injury that is expected to keep her out of the game for a significant period of time,” team doctor Pip Inge said. “We are currently exploring management options and will continue to support Ellyse through her recovery.”
The injury occurred after Perry fielded the ball at mid off and tried to run out Sophie Devine. The star cricketer immediately fell down after the off-balance throw and was forced to leave the field.
No replacement has been named for Perry.
“Ellyse is a key member of our squad and has been for a long period of time and on a personal level we’re disappointed that she won’t have the opportunity to finish the tournament,” head coach Matthew Mott said.
“She gives her absolute all every time she takes to the field for her country and that was evident again against New Zealand in the selfless manner in which she threw herself into her batting, bowling and fielding performances.
“We’re confident that we have enough depth in the squad to cover her batting and bowling and know whoever gets an opportunity will make a strong contribution.”
Australia Women will play the second semi-final of the tournament on March 5, 2020 against South Africa Women, the toppers of Group B. India Women topped Group A and will take the field in the first semis against the England Eves.