"Someone's unbeaten run is coming to an end today. Australia and England are already through to the semi-finals taking a touch of jeopardy out of this contest but this remains a big one. Both have identical records, with four wins and one abandonment, but the advantage remains with the Australians: this is the first time the two sides are meeting since England's nightmare Ashes."
"That 16-0 mauling was followed by the appointment of Nat Sciver-Brunt as captain, replacing Heather Knight yet the former skipper remains vital. Knight is England's leading run-scorer in the tournament, propping up the batting with Sciver-Brunt while the rest struggle. They must go again today against a side missing the in-form Alyssa Healy out with a calf injury but always ready to show off their incredible depth."
Tahlia McGrath captains Australia in place of the injured Alyssa Healy and won the toss, opting to bowl first. Australia and England have both secured places in the World Cup semi-finals, each holding four wins and one abandonment. The teams meet for the first time since England's 16-0 Ashes defeat, after which Nat Sciver-Brunt replaced Heather Knight as captain. Heather Knight remains England's leading run-scorer in the tournament and is propping up the batting with Sciver-Brunt while other batters struggle. England face an Australian side noted for depth despite Healy's absence. Start time is 10.30am BST/8.30pm AEDT.
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