Clare Connor, Managing Director of England Women's Cricket, said: "We are delighted to have appointed Nat as England Women's captain and I know she's excited about the honour of leading the team during an unprecedented chapter in international women's cricket,"
Nat Sciver-Brunt named England women's captain
Sciver-Brunt takes over the charge from Heather Knight, who was asked to step down following England's record 16-0 loss in the Women's Ashes.
Nat Sciver-Brunt has been named the skipper of England Women's cricket team, taking over from Heather Knight. Knight, who led the team for nine years, was asked to step down following England record 16-0 loss to Australia in the multi-format Women's Ashes in late 2024 and early 2025.
Sciver-Brunt, who was deputy to Knight, became an automatic choice due to her experience and great form in the WPL and for England at the highest level. Brunt, who debuted for England in 2013, has represented England in 12 Tests, 115 WODIs and 132 WT20Is. She has led England in 12 matches (11 T20Is and one ODI), with nine wins and three losses.
Meanwhile, she expressed gratitude after her appointment, termng it a proud moment. Sciver-Brunt recalled at her early days as the England player and stated that her goal was always to win matches for her side. She also expressed her excitement to work with Charlotte Edwards, with whom she worked in Mumbai Indians for three seasons.
I'm excited to see where this partnership leads us: Nat Sciver-Brunt
"Everyone knows what a fantastic cricketer Nat is, but her qualities extend far beyond her skills on the pitch. She's thoughtful, resilient and driven by getting the best out of herself and everyone around her. Nat is immensely well-respected in the group and I know she will form an exciting and fruitful partnership with Charlotte," Connor added.
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