Danni Wyatt-Hodge shines as England faces Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 12:56 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
England opened their T20 World Cup campaign with an emphatic victory over Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on June 13. Danni Wyatt-Hodge scored 105 runs, marking the seventh century in women's T20 World Cup history, helping England set a total of 219-1. Wyatt-Hodge, who recently returned from maternity leave, showcased her form alongside Amy Jones, forming a 135-run opening partnership. England's bowling attack, led by Freya Kemp who took four wickets, restricted Sri Lanka to 92-8. This performance sets a positive tone for England's tournament aspirations under coach Charlotte Edwards.
- •England scored 219-1, anchored by Danni Wyatt-Hodge's 105 runs.
- •Wyatt-Hodge's century is the seventh in women's T20 World Cup history.
- •Freya Kemp took four wickets, restricting Sri Lanka to 92-8.
- •The match took place at Edgbaston on June 13.
- •England aims to build momentum in the tournament under Charlotte Edwards.
- 12:56 AMYahoo Sports — Danni Wyatt-Hodge inspires perfect start at T20 World Cup to underline England evolution
"The hosts had too much for Sri Lanka in a heavy victory at Edgbaston, with clear signs of change under the guidance of Charlotte Edwards
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