Nat-Sciver Brunt Scores Historic Century for Mumbai Indians in WPL
Nat Sciver-Brunt has etched her name in cricket history by achieving the first century in the Tata Women’s Premier League (WPL). The England captain scored an impressive 100 not out off 57 balls, leading the Mumbai Indians to a formidable total of 199-4 against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
Match Overview
The landmark performance took place at the Vadodara International Cricket Stadium. Sciver-Brunt’s remarkable innings included 16 boundaries and a six. She entered the match with the Mumbai Indians at 16-1 and formed a significant partnership with Hayley Matthews, who contributed 56 runs.
Breaking Records
Sciver-Brunt set a new record for the highest individual score in WPL history. She surpassed the previous record of 99 runs, which was a shared accomplishment by Georgia Voll and Sophie Devine. Voll achieved her score against UPW Women in March 2025, while Devine recorded her 99 runs in the 2023 campaign against RCB.
Reflections from Sciver-Brunt
After her historic innings, Sciver-Brunt expressed her relief at not falling into the trap of scoring in the 90s, a fate that had befallen several players during the match. “I wanted to get as many runs as possible for the team,” she remarked.
Summary of the Record-Setting Innings
- Player: Nat Sciver-Brunt
- Team: Mumbai Indians
- Opponent: Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Score: 100 not out from 57 balls
- Fours: 16
- Sixes: 1
- Partnership: 129 runs with Hayley Matthews (56)
- Previous Record: 99 runs by Georgia Voll and Sophie Devine
Sciver-Brunt’s century not only marked a personal milestone but also highlighted her pivotal role in the Mumbai Indians’ successes in the WPL. The cricketing community eagerly anticipates her future performances as she aims to add more accolades to her career.
