Nat Sciver-Brunt Out of Two T20 World Cup 2026 Matches Due to Calf Injury

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt ruled out for at least two T20 World Cup 2026 games after sustaining a calf injury.

England edge past Ireland England secured a four-wicket win over Ireland in Southampton on Tuesday. Nat Sciver-Brunt, the team’s captain, was forced to retire hurt while on 48 not out during the match. The victory marked another competitive performance for England in the ongoing tournament. The win came after a tight contest against Ireland, keeping England’s campaign on track. ## Sciver-Brunt’s injury update Scans conducted on Wednesday confirmed a strain in Sciver-Brunt’s left calf, the same muscle she had previously injured earlier this summer. The all-rounder has been ruled out of Saturday’s game against Scotland and the following match against West Indies. Despite the setback, England have not ruled out her potential return later in the tournament. The team stated they will continue evaluating her condition in the coming weeks. ## Injury concerns for England Sciver-Brunt’s absence adds to England’s injury list, raising questions about their depth going forward. The team has not yet named a replacement captain for the upcoming fixtures. Officials confirmed they will monitor her recovery closely before making further decisions. Her availability remains uncertain for the remainder of the World Cup.