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NDTV
29-04-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Nat Sciver-Brunt Appointed England Women's Cricket Captain Across All Formats
Nat Sciver-Brunt has been named the new captain of the England women's team. She succeeds Heather Knight, who left her role following England's 2025 women's Ashes series after a near nine-year tenure. She will lead in all three formats working alongside recently appointed head coach Charlotte Edwards. "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," she said. The 32-year-old has been an integral part of England's set-up since making her debut in 2013 and is widely regarded as one of the world's most gifted cricketers. Sciver-Brunt has a notable collection of awards, including winning the ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year for 2022 and 2023. She was also named PCA Women's Player of the Year in 2017 and 2022 and been a part of the ICC Women's ODI and T20 Teams of the Year in 2023. Currently ranked number three in the ICC world batting rankings in ODI cricket, Sciver-Brunt has spent the previous three years as vice-captain. In 2021, Sciver-Brunt captained her country for the first time in international cricket for the third T20I match against New Zealand and also took charge for the Commonwealth Games in 2022. "We have a really talented group, and we have a group that's united. It's a team I believe in and a team that can have a lot of success together. It's 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'm excited to see where this partnership leads us," she added. Sciver-Brunt was part of the English team that won the 2017 World Cup and has played 259 times for England across formats to date. She averages 46.47 in Tests, 45.91 in ODIs and 28.45 in T20Is, whilst also taking 181 international wickets. Most recently, Sciver-Brunt ended the 2025 Women's Premier League in India with 523 runs, becoming the first player to accumulate more than 500 runs in a single season. She also became the first to score 1,000 runs in the WPL. 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. "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." England Women begin their 2025 home summer campaign on May 21 with a home series against the West Indies, featuring three Metro Bank One-Day Internationals and three Vitality T20Is. They then host India where they will play five Vitality T20Is and three Metro Bank One Day Internationals.
Hindustan Times
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Nat Sciver-Brunt takes over from Heather Knight as the new England women's team captain
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt as the new women's team captain. She succeeds Heather Knight, who resigned following England's disastrous Ashes campaign, where the side failed to win a single match. Nat Sciver-Brunt will lead England in all three formats of the game. The 32-year-old has been a key figure in the England lineup ever since making her debut in 2013. Sciver-Brunt won the ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year in 2022 and 2023. She was also named PCA Women's Player of the Year in 2017 and 2022. She has also been a part of the ICC Women's ODI and T20 Teams of the Year in 2023. She is currently ranked at the No.3 spot in the ICC world batting rankings in ODI cricket. Before being appointed as the captain, Sciver-Brunt served the last three years as Heather Knight's deputy. Sciver-Brunt was part of the team that won the 2017 World Cup and has played 259 times for England across formats to date. She averages 46.47 in Tests, 45.91 in ODIs and 28.45 in T20Is. Apart from this, she also has 181 international wickets to her name. In 2021, the all-rounder had led England for the first time in international cricket for the third T20I match against New Zealand. She was also in charge for the Commonwealth Games in 2022. Recently, Sciver-Brunt, who played for Mumbai Indians, ended the 2025 Women's Premier League in India with 523 runs, becoming the first player to register more than 500 runs in a single season. The all-rounder is ecstatic on being named the new England captain and she cannot wait to lead her team on the park. England will begin 2025 home summer campaign on May 21 with a home series against the West Indies, featuring three ODIs and as many T20Is. The side will then host India where they will play five T20Is and three ODIs. Recently, England had also confirmed the appointment of Charlotte Edwards as their new head coach. "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," she said in an official statement. "We have a really talented group, and we have a group that's united. It's a team I believe in and a team that can have a lot of success together. It's 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'm excited to see where this partnership leads us," she added.
The Independent
29-04-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Proud to take on the role – Nat Sciver-Brunt named England captain
Nat Sciver-Brunt has been appointed England captain, leading the side into a new era alongside head coach Charlotte Edwards. Sciver-Brunt was the instant favourite to pick up the baton from long-serving skipper Heather Knight, having served as the latter's vice-captain, and her appointment marks the first major decision of Edwards' reign. The all-rounder was the heartbeat of the team throughout Knight's nine-year stint at the helm but must now find a way to lift the side after a difficult period that included a poor showing at last year's T20 World Cup and Ashes humiliation in Australia. Sciver-Brunt has led the side on several previous occasions, but was in the role for a disappointing exit in the bronze-medal match at the 2022 Commonwealth Games and later took a mental-health break from the game. Although not widely considered a natural on-field leader, she has the experience, know-how and international pedigree to make her Edwards' first choice. The 32-year-old has been an integral part of England's set-up since making her debut in 2013 and is regarded as one of the world's most gifted cricketers. Sciver-Brunt has a notable collection of awards, including winning the ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year for 2022 and 2023. She was also named PCA Women's Player of the Year in 2017 and 2022 and been a part of the ICC Women's ODI and T20 Teams of the Year in 2023. Currently ranked number three in the ICC world batting rankings in ODI cricket, Sciver-Brunt has spent the previous three years as vice-captain. In 2021, Sciver-Brunt captained her country for the first time in international cricket for the third IT20 match against New Zealand, and also took charge for the Commonwealth Games in 2022. Sciver-Brunt was part of the team that won the 2017 World Cup and has played 259 times for England across formats to date. She averages 46.47 in Tests, 45.91 in ODIs and 28.45 in IT20s, whilst also taking 181 international wickets. Most recently, Sciver-Brunt ended the 2025 Women's Premier League in India with 523 runs, becoming the first player to accumulate more than 500 runs in a single season. She also became the first to score 1,000 runs in the WPL. Sciver-Brunt, who is currently on maternity leave following the birth of her first child with former England team-mate Katherine, 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.'
The Independent
30-01-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Amelia Kerr has the world at her feet - and the New Zealand star is only just getting started
Amelia Kerr has the world at her feet and she's keen to keep them firmly on the ground. The 24-year-old was named ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year on Tuesday to cap a glorious 12 months that saw New Zealand win their first T20 World Cup title in October. The leg-spinning all-rounder was named Player of the Tournament in the UAE thanks to 15 wickets and 135 runs, and her match-winning performances saw her beat South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, Australia's Annabel Sutherland and Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu to win the end-of-year prize. In doing so, Kerr has become the first Kiwi, either male or female, to claim an ICC Cricketer of the Year award but – in an ominous message to her rivals – she insists she is yet to reach her full potential with either bat or ball. With the 50-over World Cup to come in spin-friendly India later this year, Kerr – who took 3-24 in the T20 final against South Africa - is refusing to become complacent and is working to develop more weapons to add to her already stacked arsenal, as the White Ferns plot their bid to add to their trophy cabinet. 'There is a lot to celebrate and I just want to be the best version I can be both on and off the field as well,' she said. 'If I was 24 and saying I am the best I can be, that would be pretty sad. I don't think any player would say they are the complete product and that is why we keep playing the game, we want to get better. 'In the men's game, a 24-year-old is not at their peak and it's the same in the women's. 'With my bowling, I want to be more accurate and develop a slider. I also want to have more confidence to mix up my pace as well. For batting, it is power. My power is something I want to improve on so I can find more boundaries. 'So much is about the top two inches and being mentally fresh to get in the zone and give yourself the best chance to compete.' The White Ferns' success was remarkable, given they had lost 10 matches in a row heading into the World Cup, but Kerr was one of several players that found their form when it mattered most. The next challenge is to ensure it was not a one-off but, with legends Suzie Bates and Sophie Devine nearing the end of their careers, a changing of the guard is coming, with the likes of Georgia Plimmer, Isabella Gaze spearheading the next generation. Devine announced she is taking an indefinite break from cricket and, while Kerr is cautious to throw her name into the ring to replace her as T20 captain, she is desperate to lead from the front as the team prepares for a transition. 'I think it is a really nice position to be in,' she added. 'I have a great relationship with the older girls in the team because I have been through different experiences with them. 'For the young ones coming through, I debuted at such a young age and I am closer in age to them so I can relate to them. 'Everyone's story is different but I feel I am in a position to connect and relate to both spectrums.' Kerr's journey to the top has not always been smooth and in 2021 she took a seven-month break from cricket after being sent home from a White Ferns training camp with depression and anxiety. She believes her evolution into one of the best players in the world is further testament to creating a safe space for discussing mental health and is keen to champion the conversation by sharing her experience. 'It is so important to look after yourself, and not just athletes but all people in life. You never know what someone is going through, so is it important to be patient and be kind,' she added. 'I got myself into the position I am now and I am passionate about sharing my story if it helps others speak up and tell someone close to them. 'When you hold it in all yourself, it is heavy and hard and speaking is scary, it is the hardest thing to do but it is important to know – especially for athletes – that we are humans first.'
Express Tribune
28-01-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Jasprit Bumrah named ICC Men's 2024 Cricketer of the Year
Listen to article India's pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been honored as the ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year for 2024, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Tuesday, a day after he won the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year award. Bumrah, 31, capped off an outstanding year by finishing as the top wicket-taker in Tests with 71 wickets. His stellar performances also played a pivotal role in India's victory at the T20 World Cup in June 2024. Reflecting on his achievement, Bumrah expressed, 'The year 2024 was incredibly special—winning the men's T20 World Cup in Barbados and also contributing across all three formats of the game. I dedicate this award to everyone who has believed in me, the power of hard work and dreams, and to bowlers worldwide who continue to inspire and strive for excellence.' Bumrah claimed the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy, beating competition from England's Harry Brook and Joe Root, as well as Australia's Travis Head. He becomes the fifth Indian cricketer to win this award, joining the ranks of Rahul Dravid (2004), Sachin Tendulkar (2010), Ravichandran Ashwin (2016), and Virat Kohli (2017, 2018). Since making his debut for India in 2016, Bumrah has claimed 443 wickets in 204 international matches, cementing his place as one of the game's premier bowlers. Amelia Kerr Wins ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year In the women's category, New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr was named the ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year, receiving the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy. Kerr had already claimed the T20 Cricketer of the Year award earlier this week. Kerr becomes the first New Zealander to win this accolade after her key role in leading the White Ferns to victory at the Women's T20 World Cup in October 2024. The 24-year-old triumphed over South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu, and Australia's Annabel Sutherland to secure the award.
