England Women are on a roll at the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025! Led by the impressive Nat Sciver‑Brunt, the team has secured three dominant victories, showcasing their strength against South Africa, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. As they prepare to face Pakistan at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, the squad is brimming with confidence and a hunger for a fourth consecutive win.
Young batting all-rounder Alice Capsey, experiencing her first international tour in the subcontinent, highlights the invaluable lessons she's learning. The challenging conditions, particularly the spin-friendly surfaces and humid climate, demand adaptability and strategic gameplay.
"It's been an amazing start, that's for sure," Capsey shared in a pre-match press conference. "I've learnt a lot, especially with the extreme conditions. We've got some amazing senior pros who especially play spin brilliantly, so just picking their brains and having lots of conversations around training, it's been amazing and yeah, really enjoying my first experience."
The Pakistan Challenge
While England has demonstrated its prowess, Pakistan presents a formidable challenge. Known for their tricky spin attack, led by Fatima Sana, Pakistan has the potential to disrupt even the most seasoned opponents. England will need to be at their best to counter this threat and maintain their winning streak.
Sciver-Brunt's Leadership
Capsey credits Sciver-Brunt's leadership and her recent century against Sri Lanka for boosting the team's morale and strategic approach. "Yeah, obviously, what a special innings from her the other day. She’s spoken a lot about what her method was, which is great to be able to get those insights into what she’s thinking. We actually play another game in Colombo, and have two games on the bounce, it’s great to then go into the next game with a bit more information and have a clearer plan."
England's ability to adapt, learn from experienced players, and maintain a positive mindset will be crucial as they face the challenge of Pakistan and aim for their fourth victory in the tournament. Will they succeed? Keep watching to find out!