England's iconic 2017 World Cup win in their own words
Former captain Heather Knight, openers Tammy Beaumont and Lauren Winfield-Hill, plus key bowler Anya Shrubsole remember England's iconic 2017 World Cup win.
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Notable Quotes
"After those two were left out of the squad in 2016, Robbo and Heather pitched it brilliantly."
— Tammy Beaumont , Athlete
"I remember it clearly, being pretty stressed I wasn't going to be fit or have enough time to prepare."
— Heather Knight , Athlete
"We were completely caught off guard and shell-shocked in that first game."
— Lauren Winfield-Hill , Athlete
"I also spoke to the sport psychologist about the 'what ifs' that could derail me."
— Tammy Beaumont , Athlete
"It wasn't a great day. The stewards at Derby wouldn't let us in the ground because we didn't have the right accreditation."
— Heather Knight , Athlete
"I knew I had to lead from the front and be quite aggressive."
— Heather Knight , Athlete
"You never underestimate how much that feeds into the group, when your captain is performing."
— Lauren Winfield-Hill , Athlete
Key People
Anya Shrubsole is a key bowler for the England women's cricket team.
Heather Knight is a prominent player for the England women's cricket team.
Lauren Winfield-Hill is an English cricketer known for her contributions to the national team.
Mark Robinson is the former coach of the England women's cricket team.
Tammy Beaumont is an experienced opener for the England women's cricket team.
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Former captain Heather Knight, openers Tammy Beaumont and Lauren Winfield-Hill, plus key bowler Anya Shrubsole remember England's iconic 2017 World Cup win.
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