Nat-Sciver Brunt announced as England women's captain

ANI April 30, 2025 176 views

Nat Sciver-Brunt has been named the new all-format captain of England's women's cricket team. The star all-rounder, who debuted in 2013, previously served as vice-captain under Heather Knight. She will now work alongside new head coach Charlotte Edwards, starting with a home series against West Indies and India. Their first major challenge will be the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in India.

"I am really proud to take on the role of captain of the England Women's team" – Nat Sciver-Brunt
London, April 29: England star all-rounder Nat Sciver Brunt was on Tuesday announced as the new all-format captain of the women's national team by England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).

Key Points

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Sciver-Brunt succeeds Heather Knight after serving as vice-captain

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She has led England in 12 matches with 9 wins

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New coach Charlotte Edwards to partner with Sciver-Brunt

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First assignment is home series against West Indies and India

A mainstay of the side since her debut in 2013, Sciver-Brunt has been a vital member of the team with both bat and ball, with 259 appearances across formats over the past decade.

Sciver-Brunt was the most likely candidate to take over the captaincy, having served as Heather Knight's vice-captain and being one of England's most experienced cricketers across all formats. She has previously led the team in 11 T20 matches and one ODI, securing nine victories in those matches as skipper, as per ICC.

The appointment of Sciver-Brunt marks the beginning of a new era for the England women's cricket team, with changes in both leadership and coaching. Earlier this year, head coach Jon Lewis was replaced, and England legend Charlotte Edwards was appointed as his successor.

The new captain-coach duo will begin their journey with England's home summer, featuring white-ball series against West Indies and India starting in May, with the first T20I on May 21. This series will consist of three T20IS and ODIS each. Their first major assignment, however, will be the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, set to take place in India later this year.

On being appointed the captain, Sciver-Brunt said: "I am really proud to take on the role of captain of the England Women's team and it is an honour to have been asked by Charlotte [Edwards], someone I have always looked up to. Ever since I made my England debut back in 2013, all I have wanted to do is help the team in every way that I can. I will try my best to lead this team to success, whilst empowering them to be the best version of themselves."

"We have a really talented group, and we have a group that is united. It is a team I believe in, and one that can achieve a great deal of success together. It is hugely exciting to be working with Charlotte having had the pleasure of working with her in the last three years at Mumbai Indians. Her love of cricket and passion for the England Women's team is inspiring and I am excited to see where this partnership leads us," he concluded.

Reader Comments

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Sarah P.
Absolutely thrilled with this decision! Nat has been the backbone of this team for years. Her leadership in those T20 matches showed she's got what it takes. Can't wait to see what she does with the full captaincy! 💪
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James L.
Solid choice, though I wonder if they should've considered giving the role to someone younger to build for the future. That said, Nat's experience is undeniable and she's earned this opportunity.
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Rebecca T.
The partnership with Charlotte Edwards is what excites me most! Two absolute legends working together - this could be a golden era for England women's cricket. 🏏
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Mohammed K.
Her stats speak for themselves - 259 appearances and 9 wins in 12 matches as stand-in captain. No brainer decision really. Best of luck to her!
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Emma S.
I love how humble she is in her statement. "Empowering them to be the best version of themselves" - that's the kind of leadership we need! So excited for the World Cup now! 🌍🏆
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Tom W.
The Mumbai Indians connection with Charlotte Edwards is an interesting point. That existing relationship could really help them hit the ground running. Smart move by the ECB.

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