Australia vs India: Alyssa Healy hits 158 in final ODI as hosts complete series sweep

Alyssa Healy ended her one-day international career with a stunning 158 as Australia completed a clean sweep of the 50-over series against India with a 185-run win in Hobart.

The Australia captain, who is set to retire from all competitions after this series, reached her century with 79 balls, before moving to 150 after just 16 balls.

She hit 27 fours and two sixes before being bowled by Sneh Rana for 158 off 98 deliveries.

This was Healy’s second highest ODI score after his 170 off 138 balls against England in the 50-over World Cup final in 2022.

Healy was helped by teammate Beth Mooney’s 106 off 84 as Australia posted 409-7 – their highest score in Australia and the eighth highest score in women’s ODI history.

“What a ridiculous sport we play that can hit you so many times and then give you chances like today,” Healy said after the match.

“I hated every big game, so today was just a chance to go out and enjoy it and it was one of the most enjoyable experiences I’ve ever had.

“I was fine this morning, and then seeing Lucy Hamilton make the first appearance of her career made me realize how special and lucky I’ve been over the last 15 years, to have done it as many times as I have.

“It’s a nice way to sign yellow.”

In reply, India were bowled out for 224 in 45.1 overs, with Rana making 44 off 74 balls, while leg-spinner Alana King was the pick of the Australian bowlers with 4-33.

Australia lead the points-based multi-format series 8-4 after winning all three ODIs, following India’s 2-1 win in the three-match T20 series.

The series ends with a four-wicket Test match at WACA Stadium in Perth, meaning Australia could at worst draw the series.

In the Test match, Healy said: “Putting ourselves in a position where we don’t have to win is a great sign for the series, but we will move on.” [to the Test match] To win.

“Anytime this group wears baggy green, it’s very special, so we’re looking forward to that.”

The Test, which begins on March 6, is set to be Healy’s last match for Australia.