Nat Sciver-Brunt leads England against Australia in T20 World Cup final
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 2:06 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt aims to replicate the 2017 World Cup success at Lord's as her team faces Australia in the T20 World Cup final on July 5, 2026. England looks to secure their first T20 title since 2009 after an impressive run in the tournament, including a victory over South Africa to reach the final. Sciver-Brunt reflects on the team's transformation since their early exit in 2024 and expresses confidence in their ability to compete against Australia, who they have historically struggled against. The match is set to begin at 3:30 PM.
- •England defeated South Africa by 40 runs to reach the final.
- •Australia has won all six World Cup finals against England.
- •Nat Sciver-Brunt succeeded Heather Knight as captain.
- •England has not beaten Australia in their last eight encounters.
- •Match scheduled for July 5, 2026, at 3:30 PM.
"England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is hoping it will be 2017 all over again when her side play in another Lord's final - but Saving Private Ryan is unlikely to be a factor this year.
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