England v New Zealand: Tilly Courtin-Coleman and Charlie Deane give reasons for optimism despite notable setbacks

These words show maturity but also the high level of adolescence.

Corteen-Coleman found herself sitting on the balcony next to the England coaches. She admits that her work for the day is done, but her most important moment is yet to come.

Ten runs were still needed when she got out as the last batter to join Dean.

Crucially, she helped Dean run for two and, with strong defence, bettered her previous high of one hundred points to finish unbeaten in three and complete the win.

“I’m glad I looked calm because I definitely wasn’t,” she said.

“The point for me was to keep it simple.”

Courtin-Coleman, of course, did not complete the victory alone.

Central was Dean’s role, who admits to exposing her teammates more than expected by taking singles early, but played the situation well.

Much has been made of Dean’s ability to keep up with her pursuit of excellence. There have been some successes but failures – notably in the Mancade ODI at Lord’s in 2022 and the second Women’s Ashes ODI last year.

At this time, who stood as the captain of England for the first time, Dean pulled her to the side of the line.

If England’s training camp with the army last week was supposed to produce leaders, this was Dean’s passing parade.

“I’ve worked on having that composure and being ready in any situation, but that mainly comes from Dino,” Courtin-Coleman added.

“If I was out and she was freaking out, I would be pumped.”

Courtin-Coleman emerged with coach Charlotte Edwards’ words in her ear. He told her to support her strength and keep a clear mind.

That was supported by Dean in the middle.

“It came out pretty clear,” Dean said.

“I said, ‘Maybe they want to get under your bat because the rakers have been successful for them.

“We decided that moving forward was the best option.

“Tilly is very active in her thinking. She has a good cricket mind.”