Sciver-Brunt out of England's next two T20 World Cup games with calf injury

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has been ruled out of her side's next two Women's T20 World Cup matches after sustaining a calf injury during Tuesday's win over Ireland.

The 33-year-old retired out on 48 in Southampton as a precautionary measure due to calf tightness. A scan on Wednesday confirmed the injury, leading the England medical team to rule her out of Saturday's clash with Scotland at Headingley and next Wednesday's meeting with West Indies at Lord's.

What happened

Sciver-Brunt previously suffered an injury to the same calf while playing for The Blaze in domestic cricket, sidelining her from late April until earlier this month. The recurrence has forced England to appoint off-spinner Charlie Dean as stand-in captain, a role she has filled earlier this summer during the ODI and T20I series against New Zealand and the T20Is against India.

England are currently two from two at the World Cup, following an 87-run victory over Sri Lanka on opening night and a four-wicket win against Ireland. Sciver-Brunt's absence will test the depth of the squad as they aim to maintain their unbeaten start.

Key points

• Nat Sciver-Brunt sustained a calf injury during the win over Ireland on Tuesday.
• She retired out on 48 as a precaution and a scan confirmed the injury.
• She will miss matches against Scotland (Saturday) and West Indies (next Wednesday).
• Charlie Dean will captain England in her absence.
• England have won both their group matches so far at the T20 World Cup.

What's next

England will look to secure their place in the semi-finals without their captain. The team will rely on the leadership of Charlie Dean and the performances of the squad as they face Scotland and West Indies. The Women's T20 World Cup continues until the final at Lord's on July 5, with all matches available to stream live on Sky Sports.