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Never any doubt about Knight's England spot - Edwards

Never any doubt about Knight's England spot - Edwards

Summary

Heather Knight scored an unbeaten 70 runs to help England win a T20 cricket series against India 2-1. England’s head coach, Charlotte Edwards, praised Knight’s strong performance and highlighted Alice Capsey’s important contribution of 81 runs in the match.

Key Facts

  • Heather Knight made 70 runs without getting out, helping England chase a target of 181 runs.
  • England won the T20 series 2-1 against India.
  • Knight had a slow start to the summer but performed strongly in the series-deciding match.
  • Knight became England women's most-capped player last month, meaning she has played the most matches for England.
  • Alice Capsey, aged 21, scored 81 runs and formed a strong partnership with Knight, adding 137 runs together.
  • Capsey’s performance was praised as her best and showed her hard work over the winter.
  • England’s captain Nat Sciver-Brunt will return to bat at number three in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
  • There is competition for places in the England team, with players needing strong performances to keep their spots.
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