Australia captain Alyssa Healy preferred to look at the positives after her side’s heartbreaking exit from the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, following a thrilling semifinal defeat to India in Navi Mumbai on Thursday.

The seven-time champions appeared in control after posting a formidable 338, but India’s spirited chase, led by Jemimah Rodrigues’ unbeaten 127 and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur’s 89, saw the hosts cross the finish line with nine balls to spare, ending Australia’s title defence and their 15-match unbeaten World Cup streak.

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For Healy, the loss was especially tough, having just returned from a calf injury to lead her side in the knockout clash. Yet, despite the disappointment, the Australian skipper chose to focus on the positives from a campaign that showcased dept

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