Mumbai Indians' star all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt has made history in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025. She has become the first player to complete 1,000 runs in the WPL, achieving this milestone in the final match against Delhi Capitals. She also scored the most runs in this season’s WPL, further solidifying her legacy.
Nat Sciver-Brunt has played 29 matches in WPL, scoring 1,027 runs at an average of 46.68. She has recorded eight half-centuries, with her highest score being 80 not out. In the 2025 season, she scored 523 runs at an impressive average of 65.37, including five half-centuries.
For her outstanding performance, she was awarded the MVP (Most Valuable Player) award. In addition, she received a cash prize of ₹5 lakh for her MVP title and another ₹5 lakh for winning the Orange Cap as the leading run-scorer. Alongside her batting contributions, she also took 12 wickets during the tournament.
Born on August 20, 1992, in Tokyo, Japan, Nat Sciver-Brunt has lived an extraordinary life, both on and off the field. While her cricketing achievements are remarkable, her personal life has also garnered attention.
Sciver-Brunt is married to Katherine Brunt, a former England cricketer. The couple tied the knot on May 19, 2022, after a five-year relationship. They had initially planned to marry in September 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic led to a delay.
In October 2019, the two cricketers got engaged. After marriage, they decided to merge their surnames, officially becoming Nat Sciver-Brunt and Katherine Sciver-Brunt. Although their changed names were not initially used in cricket, they later gained widespread recognition.
In September 2024, Nat Sciver-Brunt announced that Katherine Sciver-Brunt is expecting their first child. The news was shared on social media, receiving warm wishes from the cricketing world.
Regarding their future plans, Nat Sciver-Brunt mentioned that she also intends to have a child after retiring from cricket. Katherine Sciver-Brunt has spoken openly about her fertility journey, expressing her excitement about this new phase of life.
Katherine Brunt made her England debut in 2004, while Nat Sciver-Brunt debuted in 2013. The two played together for nine years, forming a key partnership in the England team. They were instrumental in England’s 2017 Women’s World Cup victory.
In the WPL, Nat Sciver-Brunt continued to showcase her talent, playing a crucial role in securing Mumbai Indians' championship win.
Nat Sciver-Brunt and Katherine Sciver-Brunt are not the only same-sex couple in women’s cricket. Several other cricketers have also tied the knot, including:
Nat Sciver-Brunt was born in Japan, where her mother, Julia Longbottom, worked as a British diplomat. Her father, Richard Sciver, was a business executive. Due to her parents' professions, she spent her childhood in multiple countries, including Poland and the Netherlands.
While in Poland, she participated in the women’s football league. In the Netherlands, she played basketball, further demonstrating her diverse sporting abilities.
Nat Sciver-Brunt has carved out a special place in international cricket with her exceptional batting and bowling skills. She holds the record for the first hat-trick by an England player in a Women’s T20 International, highlighting her prowess as a bowler.
Her innovative "Natmeg" shot, in which she hit the ball between her legs, has also become famous in cricketing circles. This unique technique further showcases her creativity and technical brilliance.
Nat Sciver-Brunt’s journey, from her childhood across multiple countries to becoming a cricketing icon, is a story of passion, dedication, and breaking barriers.
