Alyssa Jean Healy was born on 24 March 1990 in Gold Coast, Queensland. With cricket in her blood—her uncle was the legendary Australian Test keeper Ian Healy—she initially didn’t set out to follow in his footsteps. After moving to Sydney as a child, a school friend encouraged her to try cricket. Healy made waves in 2006 by becoming the first girl selected in a boys’ NSW private school competition, a move met with mixed reactions but firmly rooted in merit. She attended MLC School and Barker College, where she honed her foundational skills before stepping into higher-level cricket.
Nicknamed “Midge” since childhood, Healy is known for her energetic demeanor and fierce competitiveness. She bats right-handed and doubles as a sharp wicket‑keeper. Off the field, she balances cricket with golf—maintaining a handicap of seven—and follows an active lifestyle. Moreover, Healy and husband Mitchell Starc are enthusiasts of AFL’s Greater Western Sydney Giants and even became the club’s joint No. 1 ticket holders in 2025. Her approachable nature makes her a beloved figure both in and out of sport.
Healy hails from a cricket-rich family: her uncle Ian Healy amassed a record 395 Test dismissals, and another uncle, Ken, also played for Queensland. She is married to Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc—they met as youths and tied the knot in April 2016, becoming one of cricket’s most celebrated couples. Their friendly rivalry extends beyond cricket into golf, with Healy edging Starc in their annual “Stealy Cup”.
Healy made her mark early, selected at 16 for Barker College’s First XI. In 2007 she starred in the NSW under-19 tournament, scoring 345 runs at a brilliant average of 57.50 and earning Best Under-17 Player honours.
2007–08: Debuted for NSW Breakers in WNCL; batting top-order, posted a crucial 41* to secure a key win.
2009–10: Became full-time keeper; smashed an unbeaten 89 featuring 13 fours, and finished as the tournament’s highest wicket-keeper by dismissals.
Her progression into the Sydney Sixers began in 2015–16, reinforcing her hold on domestic cricket, and she also turned out for Yorkshire (2012, 2019) and Northern Superchargers (2022–)
Healy debuted for Australia in February 2010 in both ODIs and T20Is during the Rose Bowl series. She quickly became regular keeper, helping Australia to its first Women’s T20 World Cup win in 2010 .
2018 WT20I World Cup: Top scorer with 225 runs, Player of the Tournament.
2019 WT20I: Scored record-breaking 148*—highest in Women’s T20Is.
2020 WT20 World Cup: Fast 75 off 39 in the final, Player of the Match, leading to Australia’s 5th title
December 2023 saw Healy take over all-format captaincy after Meg Lanning’s retirement. She committed to extending her career through the 2026 India tour and aims to deliver another World Cup win.
| Format | Matches | Runs | Avg | 100s/50s | Catches/Stumpings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WTest | 10 | 489 | 30.56 | 0/3 | 22/2 |
| WODI | 115 | 3,198 | 34.76 | 5/18 | 80/35 |
| WT20I | 162 | 3,054 | 25.24 | 1/17 | 65/63 |
| WLA | 224 | 6,269 | 34.63 | 9/38 | 174/66 |
Healy joined UP Warriorz for WPL in 2023 and led the side until she opted out in early 2025 due to fitness concerns.
WPL 2024 Stats
| Matches | Runs | Avg | SR | 50s/100s | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 428 | 26.75 | 130.48 | 3/0 | 96* |
ICC T20I Cricketer of the Year: 2018 & 2019
Belinda Clark Award: 2019
Cricket Australia Women’s ODI Player of the Year: 2019
Player of the Tournament: 2018 WT20I World Cup, 2020 WT20 World Cup final performance
WBBL Teams of Tournament: 2020 (WBBL06) and earlier seasons
WT20I World Cup Winner: 2010, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2020, 2023
Cricket World Cup Winner: 2022
Alyssa Healy’s fitness has become a decisive factor as Australia gear up to face South Africa in the upcoming Women’s World Cup 2025 top-of-the-table encounter in Indore. The defending champions…
Alyssa Jean Healy was born on 24 March 1990 in Gold Coast, Queensland. With cricket in her blood—her uncle was the legendary Australian Test keeper Ian Healy—she initially didn’t set out to follow in his footsteps. After moving to Sydney as a child, a school friend encouraged her to try cricket. Healy made waves in 2006 by becoming the first girl selected in a boys’ NSW private school competition, a move met with mixed reactions but firmly rooted in merit. She attended MLC School and Barker College, where she honed her foundational skills before stepping into higher-level cricket.
Nicknamed “Midge” since childhood, Healy is known for her energetic demeanor and fierce competitiveness. She bats right-handed and doubles as a sharp wicket‑keeper. Off the field, she balances cricket with golf—maintaining a handicap of seven—and follows an active lifestyle. Moreover, Healy and husband Mitchell Starc are enthusiasts of AFL’s Greater Western Sydney Giants and even became the club’s joint No. 1 ticket holders in 2025. Her approachable nature makes her a beloved figure both in and out of sport.
Healy hails from a cricket-rich family: her uncle Ian Healy amassed a record 395 Test dismissals, and another uncle, Ken, also played for Queensland. She is married to Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc—they met as youths and tied the knot in April 2016, becoming one of cricket’s most celebrated couples. Their friendly rivalry extends beyond cricket into golf, with Healy edging Starc in their annual “Stealy Cup”.
Healy made her mark early, selected at 16 for Barker College’s First XI. In 2007 she starred in the NSW under-19 tournament, scoring 345 runs at a brilliant average of 57.50 and earning Best Under-17 Player honours.
2007–08: Debuted for NSW Breakers in WNCL; batting top-order, posted a crucial 41* to secure a key win.
2009–10: Became full-time keeper; smashed an unbeaten 89 featuring 13 fours, and finished as the tournament’s highest wicket-keeper by dismissals.
Her progression into the Sydney Sixers began in 2015–16, reinforcing her hold on domestic cricket, and she also turned out for Yorkshire (2012, 2019) and Northern Superchargers (2022–)
Healy debuted for Australia in February 2010 in both ODIs and T20Is during the Rose Bowl series. She quickly became regular keeper, helping Australia to its first Women’s T20 World Cup win in 2010 .
2018 WT20I World Cup: Top scorer with 225 runs, Player of the Tournament.
2019 WT20I: Scored record-breaking 148*—highest in Women’s T20Is.
2020 WT20 World Cup: Fast 75 off 39 in the final, Player of the Match, leading to Australia’s 5th title
December 2023 saw Healy take over all-format captaincy after Meg Lanning’s retirement. She committed to extending her career through the 2026 India tour and aims to deliver another World Cup win.
| Format | Matches | Runs | Avg | 100s/50s | Catches/Stumpings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WTest | 10 | 489 | 30.56 | 0/3 | 22/2 |
| WODI | 115 | 3,198 | 34.76 | 5/18 | 80/35 |
| WT20I | 162 | 3,054 | 25.24 | 1/17 | 65/63 |
| WLA | 224 | 6,269 | 34.63 | 9/38 | 174/66 |
Healy joined UP Warriorz for WPL in 2023 and led the side until she opted out in early 2025 due to fitness concerns.
WPL 2024 Stats
| Matches | Runs | Avg | SR | 50s/100s | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 428 | 26.75 | 130.48 | 3/0 | 96* |
ICC T20I Cricketer of the Year: 2018 & 2019
Belinda Clark Award: 2019
Cricket Australia Women’s ODI Player of the Year: 2019
Player of the Tournament: 2018 WT20I World Cup, 2020 WT20 World Cup final performance
WBBL Teams of Tournament: 2020 (WBBL06) and earlier seasons
WT20I World Cup Winner: 2010, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2020, 2023
Cricket World Cup Winner: 2022
