New Delhi, June 2 -- Australia's star all-rounder Ellyse Perry closes in on a landmark appearance in the Women's T20 World Cup as the world No. 1 side opens its campaign against South Africa in Manchester on June 13.

Veteran all-rounder Perry, who has featured in every Australian squad since the inaugural edition in 2009, is set to make history by becoming the first player to reach 50 appearances in the Women's T20 World Cup, as per Olympics.com.

Perry has featured in 47 Women's T20 World Cup matches so far and is just three appearances away from becoming the first player to reach 50 games in the tournament's history.

Australia have named a largely settled squad for the expanded ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in England, with all-round...