England were dealt familiar heartache in a World Cup final as Australia claimed a record-extending seventh Women’s T20 crown with a thumping seven-wicket win at Lord’s.
Nat Sciver-Brunt, who carried son Theo out with her for the national anthems, top-scored but used 53 deliveries in her unbeaten 58 and England’s 150 for four proved meat and drink for their Ashes rivals.