Caslick's Cup 'prayer' in race to return from injury
The three-time Olympian tore ligaments in her ankle in the final moments of the Wallaroos' Wellington loss last month.
But the backline threat was this week included in Jo Yapp's squad for the England showpiece that kicks off on August 23 against Samoa.
The 30-year-old, who made a high-profile switch from rugby sevens to chase a Cup berth, is targeting a return against the USA on August 31.
Australia, who boast just one third-placed finish in seven Cup campaigns, then complete their pool phase against the host nation on September 6.
"As soon as it happened I kind of knew it wasn't good," Caslick said on Wednesday of her ankle injury.
"I do think in Wellington I was starting to hit my straps, so a bit of a bummer.
"It's disappointing knowing I probably won't be in the best shape of my career at this point, but I'm going to try and do everything I can to be as fit as I can be."
Caslick hopes to return to running next week and has plenty of inspiration with captain Siokapesi Palu also rehabilitating a foot injury suffered in the same game.
"We're in a similar position and I feel for her after she had such a great season," Caslick said.
"We can support each other and bounce off each other every day we're here and pray for each other."
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