Nat Sciver-Brunt reported feeling positive about her calf injury after a second scan. Her wife Katherine said the recovery was heading in the right direction. The all‑rounder had not played since exiting early in the Ireland match, and the team confirmed her net work earlier this week.

England released a statement following Wednesday’s win over the West Indies, noting that her net session had taken place earlier. The match had been a dead rubber, so her return against New Zealand was unlikely. She first suffered a minor calf tear in late April during domestic cricket, missing the June series against New Zealand and India.

The England medical team said the calf is responding well to treatment but needs more rehabilitation before selection. They remain cautious as the timing of the semi‑finals hangs on Sunday’s draw. If England tops the group, they will play on Thursday unless India secures second place, which would move the match to Tuesday.

With the semi‑final slots undecided, England’s squad faces uncertainty over player availability. The captain’s gradual comeback could influence team balance, especially with a tight schedule against New Zealand and the looming knockout stage. The recovery status of the all‑rounder will therefore remain a key factor as the tournament progresses.