Press release -
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: England beaten by West Indies to exit competition
England Women's ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 campaign ended after a six-wicket defeat against West Indies in their final Group B match in Dubai.
West Indies chased 142 to reach the semi-finals with opening pair Hayley Matthews and Quiana Joseph scoring 67-0 off the powerplay and a combined 102.
England's 141-7 looked competitive at the halfway stage, with Nat Sciver-Brunt's unbeaten 57 from 50 a large contribution.
Captain Heather Knight retired with a tight calf on 21 and did not field.
Joseph and Matthews departed inside two overs, bowled by Sarah Glenn and Sciver-Brunt respectively to give England hope however, Deandra Dottin's 27 from 19 balls saw the West Indies regain momentum.
Head coach Jon Lewis’ post-match press conference is available on the ICC Media Zone.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Group B schedule
Saturday 5 October, Bangladesh v England, Sharjah – England won by 21 runs
Monday 7 October, England v South Africa, Sharjah – England won by seven wickets
Sunday 13 October, England v Scotland – England Women by 10 wickets
Tuesday 15 October, England v West Indies- West Indies won by six wickets