Overview

• Cricket Australia confirmed Harris’ withdrawal after a calf strain suffered while fielding in the September 20 ODI against India in New Delhi.
• Heather Graham replaces Harris, bringing strong domestic and franchise form despite just a single prior ODI appearance for Australia.
• The updated World Cup squad now includes Graham, with Alyssa Healy leading a group that has juggled recent fitness concerns.
• Australia have been managing injuries to several players, including Annabel Sutherland (hip), Phoebe Litchfield (quad/back), and Sophie Molineux (knee).
• Warm-up preparations include a match against England in Bengaluru on September 28 before the tournament opener versus New Zealand in Indore on October 1.