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Nicola Carey is heading to her first T20 World Cup since 2020 after being named in Australia's 15-player squad for the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England and Wales, led by captain Sophie Molineux.

Her selection completes one of the finest comeback stories in Australian cricket. Carey turned down a Cricket Australia contract three years ago due to limited game time. She persisted at the domestic level, was voted the 2026 Women's Domestic Player of the Year by her peers, and forced her way back into the national side during the home series against India. She retained her place for the West Indies tour and earned a contract upgrade along the way.

Carey played pivotal roles in Australia's T20 World Cup triumph in 2020 and the ODI World Cup victory in 2022, so she understands what it takes to win on the biggest stage. Australia opens its campaign against South Africa in Manchester.