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New Mum's Century Seals T20 World Cup Win!
12 Jun
Summary
- Wyatt-Hodge scored 105 not out off 62 balls.
- England posted their highest score in the tournament history.
- Freya Kemp took four wickets for 21 runs.
England commenced their ICC Women's T20 World Cup campaign with a dominant 87-run victory against Sri Lanka. The match was highlighted by an exceptional century from Danni Wyatt-Hodge, who scored 105 not out from 62 deliveries, just weeks after giving birth to her daughter Daisy. This remarkable innings contributed to England's record-breaking total of 219-1, their highest score in the tournament's history.
Following Wyatt-Hodge's batting masterclass, England's bowlers put in a stellar performance to restrict Sri Lanka. Freya Kemp shone with figures of 4-21, supported by two wickets each from Charlie Dean and Sophie Ecclestone. Sri Lanka was ultimately bowled out for 132, succumbing to the pressure of England's formidable total and bowling attack in the opening match of the tournament.
