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England reflects on strong T20 World Cup run after final loss

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 9:14 PM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

England reflects on strong T20 World Cup run after final loss

Summary

England's captain Nat Sciver-Brunt acknowledged that the team was outplayed during their T20 World Cup final against Australia at Lord's, losing by seven wickets. After winning the toss, England posted 150-4 with Sciver-Brunt scoring 58 and Freya Kemp contributing 44 not out. Australia chased the target effectively, with Beth Mooney top-scoring with 64 and reaching the total with 17 balls remaining. Despite the defeat, Sciver-Brunt expressed pride in their overall performance throughout the tournament on home soil, highlighting their previous wins leading to the finals. This marks a fourth defeat to Australia in a Women’s T20 World Cup final, with a reflection on the competitive gap between the teams.

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By the Numbers

•England lost to Australia in the T20 World Cup final at Lord's.
•Australia secured their seventh title with a seven-wicket victory.
•England scored 150-4, led by Nat Sciver-Brunt's 58 runs.
•Beth Mooney's 64 helped Australia chase down the target.
•Sciver-Brunt remains optimistic about England's future in T20 cricket.

What they're saying

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England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt admitted her side were "outplayed" but can be proud of their runner-up finish to Australia at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.
— Sky Sports

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