England’s all-round star Nat SPE-Brunt once again delivered on the grandest stage, smashing a magnificent 117 off 117 balls against Sri Lanka in Colombo during the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. Her fluent strokeplay and calm composure guided England to a competitive 253/9 in their 50 overs. Walking in at a tricky 49/2, she rebuilt the innings with key partnerships and punished loose deliveries. Despite an early lifeline, she capitalized in classic fashion to register her 5th World Cup century, the most by any cricketer in Women’s World Cup ODI history. The innings not only steadied England but also added another glorious chapter to her record-laden career.

Women’s World Cup 2025, ENG vs SL: A knock of authority from Nat Sciver-Brunt

Sciver-Brunt showcased her trademark blend of timing and intent, structuring her innings beautifully after early setbacks. Coming in when England were wobbling, she formed a crucial 60-run stand with skipper Heather Knight before carrying the attack forward. Her batting tempo shifted gears seamlessly, starting with patience and ending with calculated aggression. Notably, she was dropped early by Udeshika Prabodhani on just three, a moment that proved costly for Sri Lanka. Taking full advantage, Sciver-Brunt unleashed boundaries in all directions, finishing with nine fours and two sixes. Prabodhani eventually dismissed her, but not before the damage was done. Her 117 remains a perfect blend of grit, poise, and power, a defining knock of England’s campaign.

Women’s World Cup 2025ENG vs SL: Milestones and records galore for Sciver-Brunt

This century propelled Sciver-Brunt’s World Cup tally to 954 runs in 21 matches at a remarkable average of 59.62, making her the 8th-highest scorer in Women’s World Cup history, surpassing Australia’s Meg Lanning (948 runs). It was her 10th century in Women’s ODIs, consolidating her position as England’s second-highest century-maker behind Tammy Beaumont (12). Overall, she now boasts 4,241 runs in 124 ODIs at an impressive 47.12, with 25 fifties to her name. Against Sri Lanka, she has been particularly dominant, 523 runs in 12 matches at an imposing 74.71. Her consistency, especially in ICC tournaments, continues to underline why she’s regarded among the most complete batters in modern women’s cricket.

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