England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt believes the upcoming ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in India could mark a defining moment in the growth of the women’s game — especially in a cricket-obsessed nation where support is expected to be passionate and vocal.
“There’s nothing quite like playing cricket in India,” said Sciver-Brunt. “And it’s even more special when it’s a World Cup.”
As one of the leading all-rounders in the game and now captain of her national team, Sciver-Brunt is eager to not only lead England deep into the tournament but to be part of what she calls a potential “seismic moment for women’s cricket.”
India hosting a World Cup could be a turning point
Reflecting on the potential impact of the tournament, Sciver-Brunt highlighted the influence of a passionate Indian fan base and what a close, high-stakes match involving India could mean for the sport:
“You do get the feeling this could be a seismic moment for the women’s game. If you think about India getting over the line in a close game — with all the noise and drama and excitement — I think you begin to get a sense of what this competition could do for women’s cricket in India.”
She added that the Women’s Premier League (WPL) has already made significant strides for visibility, but a home World Cup could elevate the game further: “A World Cup is something else.”
Leading England at a World Cup “an honour”
Sciver-Brunt admitted captaining England at a World Cup wasn’t necessarily part of her childhood dreams — because those dreams revolved around just making the team — but now that she’s here, it’s a responsibility she embraces.
“It’s an honour – and one I’m quite humbled by.”
After a successful summer leading the team against the West Indies and India, Sciver-Brunt said she’s been able to begin shaping the team’s style of play alongside Head Coach Charlotte “Lottie” Edwards.
England aiming to go one step further
England made the final at the last ICC Women’s T20 World Cup held during the COVID-19 pandemic, and famously lifted the 2017 World Cup at home. Sciver-Brunt believes those experiences put the team in a good place for another title run.
“Our job is to be in the mix towards the business end of the competition — and we’ll be giving it everything we’ve got.”
With a blend of veterans and exciting young talent, England enters the tournament with confidence:
- Proven performers with big-match experience
- Emerging players excited by the stage
- A coaching staff with championship pedigree
“This could change everything” – Nat Sciver-Brunt
In closing, Sciver-Brunt reinforced the idea that the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in India may become a milestone moment for the sport:
“Whatever outcome we see, I hope we see that impact. I think we’ll all look back on our careers when we’re retired and mark the World Cup in India as a game-changer.”
