Healy cited a loss of competitive edge as a reason for retiring: Healy said she remains passionate about playing for Australia but has lost some of the competitive edge that kept her driven, and said the time feels right to retire.

National and cricket officials credited Healy with growing women’s cricket: Anthony Albanese said her off-field impact helped drive and grow women’s cricket and inspired a new generation, and Todd Greenberg said her career changed the game for the better.

Healy received strong fan response as a cricket commentator: Fans praised her analysis and articulate manner during the men’s Ashes, and some rated her the best commentator of the series.