England continued their impressive run in the Women’s World Cup, defeating Sri Lanka by 89 runs in the 12th match of the tournament to complete a hat-trick of victories. The match, played in Colombo, showcased England’s dominance with both bat and ball, further strengthening their chances of reaching the semi-finals.
Nat Sciver-Brunt Leads England with a Brilliant Century
After being invited to bat first, England posted a strong total of 253 for 9 in their allotted 50 overs. Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt led from the front, scoring a magnificent 117 runs, anchoring the innings with precision and power.
She found brief support from Tammy Beaumont (32) and Heather Knight (29), who provided stability in the middle order. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, England managed to maintain a healthy scoring rate throughout the innings.
From Sri Lanka’s side, Inoka Ranaweera impressed with the ball, taking three wickets, while Udeshika Prabodhani and Sugandika Kumari picked up two wickets each.
Sri Lanka Struggle in Run Chase
Chasing 254 for victory, Sri Lanka faltered early and were eventually bowled out for 164 runs in 45.4 overs. Their top order failed to convert starts into big scores, as England’s disciplined bowling kept them under constant pressure.
Hasini Perera top-scored with 35 runs, while Anushka Sanjeewani (33) and Nilakshika Silva (23) made modest contributions. However, none of the batters managed to build a partnership that could challenge England’s total.
Sophie Ecclestone Shines with the Ball
England’s star spinner Sophie Ecclestone delivered a match-winning performance, claiming four wickets and dismantling Sri Lanka’s batting lineup. She was well supported by captain Nat Sciver-Brunt and Charlie Dean, who took two wickets each to complete a commanding bowling effort.
England Strengthen Their Semi-Final Hopes
With this victory, England secured their third consecutive win in the tournament, significantly boosting their semi-final hopes. The team’s consistent performances with both bat and ball have made them one of the strongest contenders for the Women’s World Cup title.
Fans will now look forward to seeing whether England can maintain this momentum as the competition heads into its decisive stage.
