Litchfield is added to an already strong batting line-up and could be an option to partner Healy or Beth Mooney at the top of Australia’s order.

Selector Shawn Flegler believes Australia have a well-balanced squad and is confident of a strong showing in the UAE.

“This is the first time in a long time we’ve had our entire contract list available for selection ahead of a World Cup and it’s resulted in a really stable and balanced squad,” Flegler said.

“It’s the first time Alyssa Healy will have the reins at a World Cup and we’ve already seen what her and Tahlia McGrath bring from a leadership perspective, so it’s exciting for them to have this opportunity to lead their country on the biggest stage.”

“Phoebe Litchfield is a real x-factor for us and will be well supported by an experienced group at her first World Cup.

“The pace duo of Tayla Vlaeminck and Darcie Brown is one we’ve been wanting to unleash for a while and is a real point of difference for us.

“Jess Jonassen is again unlucky to miss out, but we’ve been impressed with the way she’s bounced back, and we’ll continue to monitor her form ahead of the home summer.”