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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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August 6, 2026

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August 4, 2026

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August 4, 2026

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July 28, 2026

'Goodness me, what a mess' - Brook out after 'horrible dismissal'

England captain Harry Brook is caught for 16 after playing a "horrible" shot while attempting a ramp to leave his side 53-3 chasing 234 to win against India in the second one-day international in Cardiff.

July 16, 2026

The highs and lows of Bazball

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July 12, 2026

England too good for India as Buttler hits 131

Jos Buttler's sublime 131 and Harry Brook's unbeaten 95 help England crush India in the fifth T20 and replace their opponents at the top of the world rankings.

July 11, 2026

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July 6, 2026

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June 17, 2026

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February 24, 2026

England through to semis after thrilling win over Pakistan

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February 24, 2026

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February 24, 2026

'Give it the full shebang' - Bethell buoyant about T20 World Cup hopes

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