England's Triumphant Clean Sweep: A Perfect Prelude to the World Cup

In a commanding conclusion to their series, England Women secured a 3-0 clean sweep against the West Indies, showcasing their prowess at Taunton. The series was already in England's grasp with a 2-0 lead, and they solidified it by restricting the Windies to just 106/8 in a rain-affected 21-over match.

Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt led from the front, registering a half-century that propelled England to chase down the modest target in just 65 balls, with nine wickets to spare. Reflecting on the win, Sciver-Brunt expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, although she noted the challenges posed by the weather conditions.

This series marked a significant milestone for Sciver-Brunt, being her first since taking over as captain from Heather Knight in March. With the ICC Cricket World Cup on the horizon, Sciver-Brunt emphasized the importance of experimenting with player combinations to gather strategic insights for the tournament, which begins on September 30 in India.

The team looks ahead to the World Cup, where they will compete against formidable squads including defending champions Australia and host nation India. The tournament is an opportunity for England to avenge their runner-up finish in the 2022 edition.

(With inputs from agencies.)