Nat Sciver-Brunt dismissed claims of a mental block against Australia after England faced yet another defeat in a World Cup final, marking a 7-0 record in such encounters. The latest setback occurred during the Women’s T20 World Cup final at a sold-out Lord’s on Sunday, where Australia triumphed with a seven-wicket victory, securing their seventh T20 crown in ten editions.

Reflecting on the match, Sciver-Brunt emphasized that the disappointment stemmed from losing a World Cup final rather than the rivalry with Australia. She stated, "It’s a World Cup final that has meant so much to us... Yes, it’s Australia, but to me they’re quite a different side to the one we played in the Ashes."

In the final, Sciver-Brunt contributed with a solid 58 not out off 53 balls. This was complemented by Freya Kemp, who scored an unbeaten 44, leading England to a total of 150 for four.

Australia's chase was led by Beth Mooney and Phoebe Litchfield, with Mooney scoring 64 runs. Their partnership of 100 runs in just 67 balls helped Australia secure the victory with 17 balls to spare, reclaiming the title they lost to New Zealand in 2024.

Sciver-Brunt expressed regret over her performance, wishing for a higher strike rate, and acknowledged the need for the team to learn from the experience. Meanwhile, head coach Charlotte Edwards praised the team's efforts, stating they have "won back the fans" and highlighted the importance of focusing on cricket rather than fitness or fielding issues raised after the last Ashes series. She concluded that while they fell short, they are close to competing with a dominant Australian team.