Ecclestone praises Dean's captaincy ahead of World Cup match
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 7:56 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
During a recent interview, Sophie Ecclestone expressed confidence in the leadership of captain Dean as the team prepares for a World Cup game. Ecclestone acknowledged the unusual nature of not having Sciver-Brunt available but emphasized the calming effect Dean has on the team. This sentiment could play a significant role as the team looks to maintain a strong performance during the tournament. The match is expected to take place within the next few days, raising anticipation around the squad's readiness.
- •Sophie Ecclestone highlights Dean's calming influence.
- •Sciver-Brunt's absence noted as 'pretty weird'.
- •Team preparing for an upcoming World Cup match.
- 7:56 PMESPNcricinfo — Ecclestone: 'Dean a great captain, everyone feels calm under her'
"While Ecclestone agreed it would be "pretty weird" to not have Sciver-Brunt in a World Cup game, she was confident in Dean's leadership skills
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