Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025: Charlie Dean says more scrutiny on England is ‘a good thing’

Dean also revealed she had been appointed as Sciver-Brunt’s vice-captain for the tournament.

England had opted against an official deputy over the summer series against West Indies and India, instead utilising a “leadership group” of various senior players.

“I bit her arm off, really,” said Dean about Edwards asking her to fulfil the role.

“I’ve had a bit more captaincy experience this summer, so I feel like I am growing into a bit more of leader and I’ve been developing my public speaking as well.

“Even if I can just help Nat 10% then I’ll be doing my job.”

Bangladesh also started their World Cup campaign with a comfortable win, beating Pakistan by seven wickets.

Their main threat with the ball comes from 20-year-old seamer Marufa Akter, who took two wickets in the first over of that game with her extravagant inswing.

England are in a very promising position, having boosted their net run-rate significantly against South Africa, and should have a straightforward run of matches before crucial fixtures against India and Australia on 19 and 22 October.