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Harry Brook

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Harry Brook is an English cricketer recognized for his batting prowess.

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"It would be 'a shame' if Pakistan players were excluded from playing in The Hundred this year."
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"Brook would accept 'honour' of Test captaincy."
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""horrible" shot while attempting a ramp"
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"The decision to make Rooty captain is the right one. I'm actually really excited to see what he can do."
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"I feel like the character that I showed throughout that period to go out there and still perform and lead the white-ball side fairly well - I was proud of myself and the team."
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"I acknowledged I had given some supporters cause for frustration."
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"He will score a million runs if he keeps batting like this."
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"'What an innings' - Brook hits century against Sri Lanka"
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"He's just a good leader."
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"I'm very good mates with Carsey. I've spoken a lot with him. I think he just needs time away from the international scene."
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August 20, 2026

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August 7, 2026

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August 6, 2026

Brilliant Brook leads Sunrisers to record Hundred score

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August 4, 2026

Stokes would love to coach England in future

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August 4, 2026

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