Nat Sciver-Brunt's all-round heroics guide England into the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Final

Nat Sciver-Brunt’s all-round performance powered England Women into the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Final after the second semi-final against South Africa Women at The Oval in London on July 2, 2026. Batting first, England were reduced early to 23 for 3 before Sciver-Brunt and captain Heather Knight rescued the innings with a fourth-wicket partnership of 133. Sciver-Brunt hit 75 off 47 balls, including eight boundaries, while Knight made 58 off 47 with six fours and a six. Despite Nonkululeko Mlaba taking two wickets, England posted 169 for 5 in 20 overs, driven by late cameos. In South Africa’s chase for 170, Tazmin Brits top-scored with 51 off 45, but Marizanne Kapp managed only 5 off 7 and was dismissed by Charlie Dean. England restricted the run rate with spin and pace, finishing with 2/28 from Lauren Bell, 2/31 from Dean, and 1/21 from Sophie Ecclestone, as South Africa fell short.