A subregion’s public figure profile
Nat Sciver‑Brunt has returned to lead England in the Women's T20 World Cup semi‑final against South Africa at the Oval, after a calf injury forced her to miss the group stage. She has undergone recovery therapy and is set to face a hard‑fought match in front of a home crowd.
West Indies have beaten Scotland by eight runs at Headingley, with Stafanie Taylor delivering 47 not out and Aaliyah Alleyne taking crucial late wickets to seal a 153-6 chase, while Scotland fell short at 146 after a fighting comeback by Darcey Carter.
Australia has secured a semi-final spot in the Women’s T20 World Cup after a 113-run win over Pakistan at Headingley, with Ellyse Perry delivering 71 and Georgia Voll scoring 39. Pakistan’s chase was dismantled by Perry, Voll and the Australian bowlers, as Mooney’s fitness remains a concern.