Nat Sciver Brunt Dominates as England Women Sweep West Indies and Eye World Cup Glory

England Women have sent a powerful message to the cricketing world with a clean sweep over West Indies in the ODI series, capping off a dominant white-ball campaign that also saw them blank the visitors 3-0 in T20s. The latest victory—a rain-curtailed, nine-wicket thrashing in Taunton—was a masterclass led by newly appointed skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt, whose blazing half-century sealed the series in style.

The tone was set early. After electing to bowl in a shortened 21-over match, England restricted West Indies to a modest 106 for 8. In reply, Sciver-Brunt accelerated with clinical precision, finishing unbeaten on 57 off just 33 balls, including a flurry of boundaries that wrapped up the match with 65 balls to spare.

“A great way to finish the series,” Sciver-Brunt reflected post-match. “It’s rained a lot here in Taunton, but the team stayed focused. We didn’t get as much time in the middle as we’d hoped, but the bowlers stepped up, and everyone given a chance made it count.”

Having taken the reins after Heather Knight’s departure in March, Sciver-Brunt’s leadership has injected both freshness and stability into England’s campaign. With the ICC Women’s World Cup in India just months away, she’s using every series to build the ideal playing XI. “We’re experimenting with different combinations, giving opportunities to new players,” she explained. “It’s great to see everyone grabbing their chances. That’s exactly what we need heading into a big tournament.”

The emergence of Linsey Smith and Em Arlott is a case in point. Both made their ODI debuts in this series—and both impressed. Smith, a crafty left-arm spinner, picked up seven wickets in just two games, while medium-pacer Arlott added four wickets to her name. Their impact proved England’s bowling attack has plenty of depth beyond the usual suspects.

And then there’s Amy Jones, who was named Player of the Series for her consistent performances at the top of the order. Opening the batting alongside Tammy Beaumont, Jones blended aggression with composure and described the series as a career high. “I didn’t expect to enjoy opening this much,” she admitted. “Batting with Tammy gave me the freedom to play my game. There were ups and downs, but we adapted well.”

Even the rain interruptions couldn’t dim England’s momentum. Sarah Glenn, who earned Player of the Match honors, held her nerve despite the weather delays and delivered with the ball. “You have to reset quickly in those moments,” Glenn said. “The internal competition in this team is so strong—it pushes us all to be better.”

West Indies, meanwhile, leave the series searching for answers. Their captain Shemaine Campbelle acknowledged the team’s struggles but highlighted the efforts of younger players like Qiana Joseph. “There’s a lot to learn, but I’m proud of how some of the girls stepped up,” she said. “We’re a work in progress.”

While India awaits as England’s next big challenge, this dominant display has already set the stage for what could be a serious World Cup run. Sciver-Brunt is clear about the road ahead: “We’ve got domestic games coming up, a bit of rest, and then we’ll be raring to go in India. This is just the beginning.”

With fresh talent rising, veterans in form, and a leader hungry for glory, England Women look every bit the contender for World Cup 2025.