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Nat Sciver-Brunt’s Historic 5th WC Century; England Crush Sri Lanka By 89 Runs in Colombo

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 4 days ago | Oct 12, 2025 12:08 pm IST
Nat Sciver-Brunt's Historic 5th WC Century; England Crush Sri Lanka By 89 Runs in Colombo

Did you just witness history being made? Because England’s captain Nat Sciver-Brunt did exactly that on October 11, 2025. In a stunning display against Sri Lanka, she didn’t just win a match; she rewrote the record books for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup.

Key Takeaways

  • Nat Sciver-Brunt is now the first player ever to score five centuries in the ICC Women’s World Cup.
  • Her match-winning unbeaten knock of 117 came against Sri Lanka on October 11, 2025.
  • She surpassed legends Charlotte Edwards, Janette Brittin, and Suzie Bates, who all had four centuries.
  • This was also her 10th ODI century, placing her in an elite group of only five women to reach this milestone.
  • Her performance pushed England to an 89-run victory and to the top of the group stage table.

A Captain’s Knock for the Ages

Look, sometimes a leader has to step up and drag their team to victory. That’s exactly what Sciver-Brunt did. England was in a bit of a tight spot before she unleashed her masterclass. Her unbeaten 117 came off just 117 balls. Talk about perfect pacing.

This incredible innings was the backbone of England’s total of 253 for nine. Without her century, the story of this match could have been very, very different. It wasn’t just about scoring runs; it was about scoring them when it mattered most. That’s what champions do.

Rewriting the History Books

Here’s the thing. Before this match, the record for the most World Cup centuries was four. It was a club of legends: former England captains Charlotte Edwards and Janette Brittin, alongside New Zealand’s superstar Suzie Bates. But now, Nat Sciver-Brunt stands alone at the top with five.

And it gets even better. This wasn’t just a World Cup record. It was her 10th career ODI century, making her one of only five women to ever achieve that. She also holds a unique record for the most ODI centuries (all 10 of them) scored while batting at number 4 or lower. So yeah, she’s a middle-order powerhouse unlike any other.

The All-Round Dominance

But honestly, just calling her a batter doesn’t do her justice. You can’t forget her impact with the ball. After setting that massive record with the bat, what did she do? She grabbed the ball and took two crucial wickets for just 25 runs. She completely dominated the game.

This wasn’t just a win for England; it was a statement. An 89-run victory, their third consecutive win in the tournament, catapulted them straight to the top of the group stage table. They’re not just playing well; they’re looking unstoppable, and their captain is leading from the front.

What’s Next for England?

With this kind of momentum, you have to ask: can anyone stop them? Sciver-Brunt is in the form of her life, and the whole team is rallying around her performance. Their confidence will be sky-high heading into the next stage of the World Cup.

This historic performance has set the tone for the rest of the tournament. England is officially the team to beat. What do you think, is this the year they go all the way? Let us know your thoughts!