Key Points

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is on the verge of making cricket history in the ongoing World Cup. She needs just 10 more runs to become England's third-highest run-scorer in women's ODIs. Currently sitting fourth with 4,092 runs, she's closing in on Claire Taylor's 4,101-run record. The milestone could be achieved during England's match against Bangladesh in Guwahati.

Key Points: Nat Sciver-Brunt 10 Runs From England Women ODI Record

  • Nat Sciver-Brunt has scored 4,092 runs in 122 ODIs at average of 46.50
  • She needs just 10 runs to overtake Claire Taylor's 4,101-run tally
  • England's top ODI scorer Charlotte Edwards has 5,992 runs in 191 matches
  • Sciver-Brunt holds joint-highest World Cup centuries record with four tons
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Skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt 10 runs short of becoming England's 3rd-highest run-getter in women's ODIs

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt needs just 10 runs to surpass Claire Taylor as England's third-highest run-scorer in women's ODIs during World Cup match.

"Sciver boasts a stunning ODI World Cup record, with 805 runs in 19 matches - Article"

Guwahati, October 7

England skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt is just 10 runs short of overtaking compatriot and former wicketkeeper-batter Claire Taylor to become her team's third-highest run-getter in women's ODIs.

Sciver-Brunt could achieve this upward movement in charts during England's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup game against Bangladesh on Tuesday at Guwahati.

Currently in 122 ODIs and 108 innings, Sciver-Brunt has scored 4,092 runs at an average of 46.50 and a strike rate of 95.34, with nine centuries and 34 fifties. Her best score of 148*. She is the fourth-highest run-getter for her team in women's ODIs.

Claire is at third, with 4,101 runs in 126 matches and 120 innings at an average of 40.20, with eight centuries and 23 fifties, with a best score of 156*.

England's former captain Charlotte Edwards is their top run-getter in women's ODIs, with 5,992 runs in 191 matches and 180 innings at an average of 38.16, with nine centuries and 46 fifties and a best score of 173*.

Sciver boasts a stunning ODI World Cup record, with 805 runs in 19 matches and 17 innings at an average of 57.50, a strike rate of 99.13, four centuries --the joint-highest by any player in the tournament's history -- and two fifties, with the best score of 148*.

During the ongoing tournament, in her side's win over South Africa in their campaign opener, Nat did not bat, but got two wickets as they skittled out South Africa for 69 runs.

Squads:

England Women Squad: Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones(w), Heather Knight, Nat Sciver-Brunt(c), Sophia Dunkley, Emma Lamb, Alice Capsey, Charlotte Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell, Em Arlott, Lauren Filer, Sarah Glenn, Danielle Wyatt-Hodge

Bangladesh Women Squad: Fargana Hoque, Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana(w/c), Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi, Sumaiya Akter, Fariha Trisna, Shanjida Akter Meghla, Ritu Moni.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Impressive stats! 4,092 runs with 9 centuries is no small feat. Her World Cup record is particularly outstanding - 57.50 average and joint-highest centuries in tournament history. England is lucky to have such a reliable captain.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate her achievements, I wish the article had more about her leadership qualities and how she's developing the England team. Records are great, but captaincy impact matters more in the long run.
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Ananya R
Amazing to see women's cricket getting this kind of coverage! Nat's strike rate of 95+ is fantastic for ODI cricket. Hope our Indian women cricketers also get similar recognition for their milestones. 🤞
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Michael C
The comparison with Claire Taylor is interesting - Nat has played fewer matches but has a much better average. Shows how the game has evolved and become more competitive. Great time for women's cricket worldwide!
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Kavya N
Just 10 runs away! Hope she gets there today. Her World Cup performances have been exceptional. Four centuries in World Cup matches is incredible consistency under pressure. Best of luck to her! 🏏

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