Australia’s fast bowler Mitchell Starc was seen supporting his wife, Australia’s captain Alyssa Healy, at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on October 30. Healy, who recently returned from a calf injury, faced early disappointment after getting out for just 5 runs during the Women’s ODI World Cup semi-final against India. Starc, known for his unwavering support for Healy, took a break to cheer her on in this crucial match.
The Indian team gained an advantage with Healy’s early dismissal, aiming to disrupt Australia’s batting lineup in front of an enthusiastic home crowd. Despite Starc’s presence, luck didn’t favor Healy as she fell to Indian pacer Kranti Gaud. Currently, Australia is focusing on rebuilding their innings with Ellyse Perry and Phoebe Litchfield stabilizing the situation in the middle.
Starc and Healy have a history of supporting each other’s sporting careers, often accompanying one another to major tournaments. While Healy stood by Starc during his Indian Premier League stint in 2024, Starc has been a regular attendee at Healy’s matches, including the Women’s T20 World Cup in 2024.
The couple’s bond and mutual support on and off the field have garnered attention, but on this particular day, their partnership couldn’t turn the tide for Healy in the match against India. The focus now shifts to Australia’s efforts to regain momentum in the game with key players stepping up in the face of a challenging situation.