Nat Sciver-Brunt Cuts South Africa Training Camp Short for Family Reasons

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has returned home from an intra-squad training series in South Africa due to family reasons. The 33-year-old is expected to miss the remainder of the tour, which was crucial practice for this summer's T20 World Cup. Two full squads traveled to South Africa for the five-match series, with players divided into two teams: Team Brittin, captained by Sciver-Brunt and coached by former Durham batter Jon Lewis. Team Heyhoe Flint, led by vice-captain Charlie Dean, which includes former captain Heather Knight and is coached by England assistant Luke Williams. A statement from England Cricket confirmed, "Nat Sciver-Brunt has returned home from South Africa for family reasons. It is expected she'll play no further part in the tour." Originally, the training camp was scheduled to occur in the UAE, but it was relocated to Pretoria due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East. Sciver-Brunt's absence will be felt as the team prepares for upcoming challenges.

Source: The Independent Sport - 2026-03-19