Test Match Special How England won the 2017 Women's World Cup
Oct 17, 2025
Join 2017 World Cup winner Alex Hartley, 2009 champion Ebony Rainford-Brent, and statistician Phil Long as they relive England's thrilling journey to glory. Hartley shares emotional moments from Lord's, while Rainford-Brent discusses the pressure of a home tournament. They dive into match highlights, including Anya Shrubsole's game-winning performance and the impact of Heather Knight's leadership. The conversation celebrates the significance of the victory for women's cricket and the excitement it sparked nationwide.
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Tears Behind The Pavilion
- Alex Hartley describes seeing her parents in the Lord's boxes and bursting into tears after winning the World Cup.
- She says it took years to feel proud of that day but now calls it the best day of her life.
Social Media Blackout For Focus
- England deliberately removed players from social media to stay in a focused bubble during the tournament.
- Alex Hartley says this isolation helped the team concentrate only on themselves and their performances.
Bristol Statement Win
- England beat Australia in Bristol, a statement win that suggested the tournament momentum was shifting.
- Alex Hartley remembers unexpectedly playing in many matches and taking key wickets, including Meg Lanning and Beth Mooney.