Georgia Voll Steps Up for Australia Following Alyssa Healy’s Retirement

Canberra, Australia – February 20, 2026 – Georgia Voll is embracing the challenge of filling the significant void left by Alyssa Healy’s retirement, demonstrating her potential as Australia’s latest opening batter with a career-best performance against India.

Voll’s Inspiring Journey and the Weight of Expectation

Inspired by watching Alyssa Healy’s dynamic batting style throughout her childhood, the 22-year-old Voll now feels a sense of obligation to uphold Healy’s legacy in Australian cricket. “It’s a massive role at the top, to try and fill Midge’s shoes,” Voll stated. “She’s someone who’s been incredible for such a long period of time.”

Healy announced her retirement in January, leaving a notable gap in the Australian team. Voll acknowledges the difficulty of following such an accomplished player, but is eager to make her own mark.

Record-Breaking Performance Against India

Voll showcased her capabilities with a game-defining score of 88 runs off 57 balls in the second Twenty20 International against India on Thursday night in Canberra. This performance guided Australia to a total of 5-163. The Australian bowling attack then restricted India to 9-144, securing a 19-run victory.

This score represents Voll’s highest in T20 international cricket and comes after she secured Healy’s position at the top of the batting order following the captain’s retirement.

Mentorship from Beth Mooney

Voll is benefiting from the guidance of another experienced Australian batter, Beth Mooney. “I’ve known Moons for a long time and worked alongside her as a 16-year-old,” Voll said. “There’s a reason why she’s one of the best batters in the world… it’s great to have her experience up the other end.”

Mooney provides a calming influence, offering support and advice during Voll’s innings. “She’s the calm head. When I’m chunking the ball down the leg-side, she comes down and lets me know that it’s all right. It turns your headspace,” Voll explained.

Looking Ahead

Australia will continue their series against India with the final T20I match in Adelaide on Saturday. Following this, four more games are scheduled before the T20 World Cup in England this June. Voll expressed confidence after the recent victory, stating, “We’ve been a part of playing franchise cricket for the last few months. It was nice to get out there tonight and show what we’re capable of as a group again. I’m sure that I’ll capture a lot of confidence going into Adelaide.”