'It was scary' - Jacks goes from emergency surgery to match-winner
Will Jacks' career-best 50-over figures on Tuesday came shortly after the England all-rounder was rushed into hospital for emergency surgery while on a weekend away.
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"It was, obviously, completely random and quite scary. I was lucky to be looked after really well by the NHS."
— Will Jacks , Athlete
"It was more of a confidence thing."
— Will Jacks , Athlete
"I feel very comfortable going out there on the day and any situation can arise which I really enjoy."
— Will Jacks , Athlete
"He's just a good leader."
— Harry Brook , Athlete
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Will Jacks' career-best 50-over figures on Tuesday came shortly after the England all-rounder was rushed into hospital for emergency surgery while on a weekend away.
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