The rare therapy used by NBA icon O'Neal to get Sciver-Brunt fit
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is using a rare treatment employed by NBA great Shaquille O'Neal in bid to be fit for T20 World Cup semi-final.
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"I've not seen much of her to be honest because she's been off doing everything possible."
— Katherine Sciver-Brunt , Athlete
"The one thing you need is time."
— Nick Worth , Academic
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Katherine Sciver-Brunt is an England cricketer known for her bowling and batting abilities.
Nat Sciver-Brunt is an England cricketer and captain known for her all-round skills.
Nick Worth is a sports and performance physiotherapist with 30 years of experience working with elite athletes.
Shaquille O'Neal is a legendary former NBA player and four-time NBA champion.
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England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is using a rare treatment employed by NBA great Shaquille O'Neal in bid to be fit for T20 World Cup semi-final.
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