Brilliant Brook hits England’s first 200 in an ODI
Harry Brook became the first England batter to score a double century in a one-day international, making 202 against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. His record-breaking innings helped England reach 429-4, their highest ODI total in Pakistan, and showed a sharp response after their tri-series defeat by Pakistan earlier in the week.
Brook reached 200 from 114 balls, beating the previous fastest ODI double-century mark of 117 balls, set by India’s Shubman Gill. He struck 21 fours and 10 sixes in a 116-ball innings, adding 159 with Joe Root and an unbeaten 185 with Will Jacks, who scored 66 not out. Brook’s 202 is England’s highest ODI score, surpassing Ben Stokes’ 182.
In short
- Brook made England’s first ODI double century.
- His 200 came in a record 114 balls.
- England finished on 429-4 against Sri Lanka.