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Wyatt-Hodge Backs Dunkley Amidst T20 World Cup Pressure
2 Jun
Summary
- Danni Wyatt-Hodge supports Sophia Dunkley's aggressive batting intent.
- Dunkley's recent scores have been low leading up to the World Cup.
- Wyatt-Hodge believes a significant score is imminent for Dunkley.
England batter Danni Wyatt-Hodge has publicly backed her opening partner Sophia Dunkley, who has faced a period of low scores in the lead-up to the T20 World Cup. Despite being dropped on nought and scoring only 10 in a recent match against India, Dunkley retains Wyatt-Hodge's full confidence.
Wyatt-Hodge praised Dunkley's 'unbelievable intent' and her bravery to attack from the outset, acknowledging the inherent risks in opening the batting in T20 cricket. She stated, "You fail more times than not opening the batting in T20 cricket - that's just the nature of the game." Wyatt-Hodge expressed pride in Dunkley's approach and believes a big score is imminent.
Dunkley has been a regular opener for England since the beginning of last summer, under coach Charlotte Edwards. Her record includes an unbeaten 81 against the West Indies and a 75 against India, representing her two half-centuries in 12 innings during this period.
