Nat Sciver-Brunt
England's Dynamic All-Rounder & Vice-Captain
Quick Facts
- Full Name
- Natalie Ruth Sciver-Brunt
- Born
- August 20, 1992
- Birthplace
- Tokyo, Japan
- Role
- All-rounder (Right-hand bat, Right-arm medium)
- International Debut
- 2013 (ODI vs Pakistan, aged 20)
- Teams
- England Women (vice-captain), Northern Superchargers (The Hundred), Melbourne Stars (WBBL)
Career Statistics
Nat Sciver-Brunt's international cricket statistics across all formats
Test Cricket
| Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | 100s | 50s | Wickets | BBI | Bowl Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 26 | 748 | 169 | 34.00 | 1 | 5 | 18 | 3/30 | 35.22 |
One Day Internationals (ODI)
| Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | Wickets | BBI | Bowl Avg | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | 78 | 2,658 | 137 | 38.52 | 78.64 | 4 | 16 | 72 | 4/48 | 32.15 | 4.52 |
T20 Internationals (T20I)
| Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | Wickets | BBI | Bowl Avg | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 105 | 94 | 2,042 | 85 | 27.22 | 115.30 | 9 | 50 | 3/18 | 28.40 | 6.78 |
Biography
Natalie Ruth Sciver-Brunt was born on August 20, 1992, in Tokyo, Japan, where her father was working at the time. The family relocated to England during her childhood, and she grew up in Hertfordshire before developing her cricket through the Surrey county pathway. A natural all-rounder combining powerful right-hand batting with lively right-arm medium pace bowling, she made her international debut in 2013 in an ODI against Pakistan and quickly established herself as one of the most important players in the England women's setup.
Sciver-Brunt played a pivotal role in England's dramatic 2017 ICC Women's World Cup victory on home soil, where she was one of the leading run-scorers in the tournament. Her ability to anchor an innings or accelerate when needed, combined with her useful medium-pace bowling, makes her the most complete all-rounder in the current England squad. In 2022, she was named ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year after a sensational twelve months in which she consistently delivered match-winning performances across all three formats.
Married to England fast bowler Katherine Brunt in 2022, she adopted the hyphenated surname Sciver-Brunt. She serves as England's vice-captain and is the heartbeat of the team's middle order. Beyond international cricket, she has represented the Northern Superchargers in The Hundred and the Melbourne Stars in the WBBL. With over 5,000 international runs and more than 140 wickets across all formats, Sciver-Brunt is widely regarded as one of the finest all-rounders in the history of women's cricket and a role model for aspiring cricketers worldwide.
Major Achievements
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ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year 2022
Named the best female cricketer across all formats for her outstanding all-round performances throughout the calendar year.
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2017 ICC Women's World Cup Winner
Key member of England's victorious World Cup campaign on home soil, one of the tournament's leading all-rounders.
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Wisden Cricketer of the Year 2023
Named one of Wisden's prestigious Cricketers of the Year, recognising sustained excellence in the game.
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5,000+ International Runs & 140+ Wickets
One of the most prolific all-rounders in women's cricket history across all international formats combined.
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England Vice-Captain
Appointed vice-captain of the England women's team, reflecting her leadership and standing within the squad.
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Test High Score of 169 vs Australia
Scored a magnificent 169 in the Women's Ashes, one of the highest individual scores by an England player in women's Tests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Nat Sciver-Brunt's career
Yes, Nat Sciver-Brunt was born in Tokyo, Japan, on August 20, 1992. Her father was working in Japan at the time of her birth. The family later moved to England, where she grew up and developed her cricket career through the county system in Surrey.
Nat Sciver-Brunt was named ICC Women's Cricketer of the Year in 2022, recognising her outstanding all-round performances across all formats. She was also named a Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 2023. She was a key member of England's 2017 World Cup-winning team and has been England's vice-captain.
Nat Sciver-Brunt is married to fellow England cricketer Katherine Brunt, a legendary fast bowler who is one of England's most capped players. They married in 2022, and Natalie subsequently adopted the hyphenated surname Sciver-Brunt. They are one of the most prominent couples in women's cricket.