Huge hit for Australia as their all-rounder Grace Harris has been ruled out of the upcoming Women’s World Cup, after sustaining a calf strain during the third ODI against India on Saturday. Harris sustained the injury during the 3rd ODI against India, which was her first ODI appearance since March 2024. This will cause the 30-year-old to miss the highly anticipated tournament, set to be played across India and Sri Lanka.
Harris’s absence will be keenly felt, as the explosive batter had worked her way back into the national squad with strong performances in English domestic cricket. Her standout displays for Surrey in the T20 Blast and the Women’s Hundred, where she accumulated 338 runs at a blistering strike rate of 156 and 214 runs at 174, respectively, had put her firmly in contention for a place in the World Cup squad.
However, a calf injury sustained in the series finale against India has now halted her World Cup aspirations. Having been sidelined from Australia’s opening two ODIs against India with a hip injury, Harris was given her first start of the series when Annabel Sutherland was ruled out with similar concerns. But now, following the injury, Harris will return home for recovery in preparation for the upcoming Women’s Big Bash League season, which begins on November 9.
Grace Harris Ruled Out of Women’s World Cup: Heather Graham Joins As A Replacement
In her absence, Western Australia’s Heather Graham has been called up as Harris’s replacement. Graham will join the Australian squad in India after completing her commitments with Western Australia in the Women’s National Cricket League, with matches scheduled for September 24 and 25.
Harris was included in the squad for the 2025 edition, despite not featuring in the 2022 ODI World Cup. She was backed by her recent domestic form. The withdrawal is another setback for the Australian side, who are gearing up for a warm-up match against England next Sunday in Bengaluru, ahead of the tournament’s official start.
Australia will now have to adjust their plans as they will miss the firepower and versatility of Harris in both the batting and bowling.
FAQ
Q. Where is the women’s world cup 2025?
A. ICC Women’s ODI World Cup will be played in India from September 30
Q. Who is Grace Harris Husband?
A. Grace Harris does not have a husband
Q. What is Grace Harris’s age?
A. Harris is 32 years old as of September 23, 2025
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