Just In: Nat Sciver-Brunt Replaces Heather Knight As England Women's Captain

Nat Sciver-Brunt replaces Heather Knight [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/X]

In a significant development, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced Nat Sciver-Brunt as the new captain of the Women's team. The cricketing body made the announcement through a post on its official handle on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). 

Sciver-Brunt Replaces Heather Knight As Captain

The veteran all-rounder has succeeded Heather Knight in her new position as England Women's skipper. Notably, Heather Knight stepped down from captaincy after the team's disastrous defeat in the Women's Ashes earlier this year. 

Nat Sciver-Brunt will lead England Women across three formats, forming the leadership group with head coach Charlotte Edwards. 

Reacting to her appointment as England Women's captain, Nat Sciver-Brunt said, 

"I'm really proud to take on the role of captain of the England Women's team and it's an honour to have been asked by Charlotte, someone I’ve 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," Sciver-Brunt was quoted as saying by ECB. 

Nat Sciver-Brunt's International Career And Stats

Hailed for her incredible all-round skills, Nat Sciver-Brunt instantly became a regular in England Women's team after a string of impressive outings. After debuting in an ODI against Pakistan Women, Sciver-Brunt showcased her mettle with bat and ball, establishing herself as a key member in the English side across formats. 

In 12 Tests, Sciver-Brunt has struck 883 runs while picking up 12 wickets. She has enjoyed stellar success in Women's ODIs and T20Is, amassing 6600 runs and scalping 169 wickets combined. 

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