Sophie Ecclestone is in the news again for world-class spin and leadership in England women’s cricket, after her standout T20 World Cup run. Born 6 May 1999, she’s the ICC Emerging Player of the Year (2018) and a key England bowler.
England defeats West Indies by 38 runs at Lords to secure a place in the semi-finals, led by Danni Wyatt-Hodge's 65 and Heather Knight's 43; West Indies are eliminated from Group B contention after dropped chances and controversial umpiring decisions.