England Women's Series-Clinching Victory Over India England Women secured a decisive win in the final T20I of their series against India, with Alice Capsey and Heather Knight starring in a dominant performance at Taunton. The match, played on Tuesday (June 2), saw England chase down a target of 181 with ease, thanks to a partnership that turned the game in their favor. Capsey was named both player of the match and player of the series for her innings of 82, while Knight anchored the chase with an unbeaten 70. England faced early challenges in their chase, losing their openers within the first three overs. Danni Wyatt-Hodge was dismissed in the second over, and Sophia Dunkley fell to Jemimah Rodrigues in the deep. Kranti Gaud also removed Amy Jones in the final over of the Powerplay, leaving England in a precarious position. However, Capsey quickly asserted her dominance, finishing the Powerplay with 6, 4, 4 to set the tone for a strong recovery. She raced to 37 off 15 balls, showcasing her ability to dismantle the Indian bowling attack with boundaries. Knight, meanwhile, grew in confidence as the innings progressed. She adapted well to the Indian spinners, contributing crucial runs after the Powerplay. The duo's partnership shifted the momentum in England's favor, allowing them to take control by the halfway mark. Capsey reached her half-century in just 26 deliveries, while Knight edged closer to her milestone with two boundaries off Nandni Sharma. With Knight on strike, Capsey accelerated her innings, targeting Shree Charani with a mix of fours and sixes. She smashed a four and followed it with two consecutive sixes, reducing the target to 28 from the final five overs. Despite Capsey's dismissal for 82, England's chase remained under control.#harmanpreet_kaur #india_women #england_women #heather_knight #alice_capsey
England's Cricket Captain Fit to Lead Team in T20 World Cup England's cricket captain, Nat Sciver-Brunt, has overcome a calf injury and will lead her team in the upcoming T20 World Cup, which begins next week. The 33-year-old player, who had been sidelined due to a left leg tear, has completed her rehabilitation and is now ready to take charge of the squad. Her return is a significant boost for the team, as she is expected to play a pivotal role in their campaign. Sciver-Brunt missed recent matches against New Zealand and India, including a crucial six-wicket victory over India in Taunton, due to her injury. However, her absence has been addressed, and she will now spearhead England's efforts in their World Cup opener against Sri Lanka on June 12. England's coach, Charlotte Edwards, expressed confidence in Sciver-Brunt's readiness, stating that she is "fine and ready to go." Edwards highlighted Sciver-Brunt's batting skills, noting that she is "best in the world at" her craft and aims to bat at number three in the lineup. The coach emphasized the importance of Sciver-Brunt's position, mentioning her success in global franchises and her desire to play there. Edwards also praised the team's recent performance, pointing to Alice Capsey's standout contribution in their 2-1 series victory over India. Capsey's player-of-the-match performance, with 82 runs off 43 balls, has created a selection dilemma for Edwards, as the 21-year-old's versatility threatens Sciver-Brunt's place in the lineup. Edwards praised Capsey's all-round abilities, including her batting, bowling, and fielding, calling her "a brilliant fielder" and a key asset to the team. She acknowledged Capsey's hard work and technical improvements, noting that the player has "all the shots" and the discipline to execute them effectively.#t20_world_cup #england #nat_sciver_brunt #charlotte_edwards #alice_capsey
