(Web Desk) - New Zealand's title defence at the Women's T20 World Cup ended with a nine-wicket defeat to England at The Oval.
It was another dominant display by the hosts, who restricted the White Ferns to 163/6 and then chased down the target in 17.2 overs.
Danni Wyatt-Hodge led England's charge with an unbeaten 89, while Sophia Dunkley supported with 49 not out as the team cantered to 164/1. Though they had already qualified for the semi-finals, England maintained the intensity to enter the knockouts unbeaten.
For New Zealand, it was a disappointing end after they had clawed back after losing the first two matches to stay in semi-final contention with wins over Ireland and Scotland.