Ellyse Perry sparked injury concerns for Australia's T20 World Cup final after retiring hurt with a quad issue during the semi-final victory over West Indies at The Oval. Perry departed unbeaten on two from seven balls, despite showing no obvious discomfort, leaving Australia at 64-2 in their chase of 126.

Australia's batting lineup delivered when it mattered most as Beth Mooney smashed 61 not out from 36 deliveries and Ash Gardner contributed 35 from 20 balls. The pair guided Australia to 127-2 in just 13 overs, sealing an eight-wicket win. Perry's tournament contributions include 185 runs, making any potential absence significant for Sunday's final.

West Indies struggled throughout their innings, managing only 125-7. Captain Hayley Matthews top-scored with 30 but her side lost 4-12 in 17 balls during a middle-order collapse. Deandra Dottin added drama when she was carried off after the national anthems, later returning to make 26 not out while admitting she had nearly passed out.

Australia's pursuit of a seventh T20 World Cup title faces its first real test with Perry's fitness uncertain for the final against England or South Africa. While the team's depth, exemplified by Annabel Sutherland's batting prowess, provides options, losing a player of Perry's caliber would still represent a major setback. The veteran's ability to rescue Australia when their top order faltered against India highlights her importance to the side.