ICC WOMEN'S T20 WORLD CUP 2020

Ellyse Perry ruled out of Women's T20 World Cup

by Cricbuzz Staff • Published on

Perry suffered a hamstring injury in the game against New Zealand. © AFP

Ellyse Perry suffered a hamstring injury in the game against New Zealand and has been ruled out of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2020. Perry was a doubtful starter for the game because of a troublesome hip but did play the contest which Australia won to seal a spot in the semifinal.

"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 when Perry fielded the ball at mid-off and tried to run out Sophie Devine as she threw off-balance. She immediately went down and was forced to leave the field. The hosts have decided not to have a replacement for the all-rounder. "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 will play the second semifinal on March 5 in Sydney against the team finishing top of Group B.

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