England's Sophie Ecclestone Suffers Shoulder Injury in Women's Cricket World Cup Win Over New Zealand

England secured an eight-wicket win over New Zealand in the Women's Cricket World Cup group stage, but their victory was overshadowed by a shoulder injury to star left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone. Ecclestone injured her shoulder while fielding early in the match and, despite briefly returning to bowl and taking a wicket, had to leave the field again and did not bowl further due to discomfort. The injury has raised concerns ahead of England's crucial semi-final against South Africa, as Ecclestone has been a key performer with 11 wickets in the tournament and is considered one of the world's best spinners. England managed to bowl New Zealand out for 168 runs, with other bowlers like Linsey Smith stepping up effectively in Ecclestone's absence. New Zealand's captain Sophie Devine played her final ODI innings in the match, bringing an emotional end to her 19-year career. England's medical staff are monitoring Ecclestone's fitness closely, and if she is unable to play in the semi-final, leg-spinner Sarah Glenn could replace her in the playing eleven.