# ‘Goodness me, what a mess’ – Brook out after ‘horrible dismissal’

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/goodness-me-what-a-mess-brook-out-after-horrible-dismissal/
- Published: 2026-07-16T17:30:57+00:00
- Updated: 2026-07-26T01:14:45+00:00
- Original publisher: BBC Sport (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/videos/cy0jn3l7e36o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Topics: Asia, Sport, UK, World

## Key points

- Harry Brook out for 16 attempting a ramp shot.
- England slipped to 53-3 chasing 234 v India.
- Dismissal criticised as reckless given the match situation.

## Summary

England captain Harry Brook was dismissed for just 16 runs after attempting a risky ramp shot, leaving his side struggling at 53-3 in the second one-day international against India in Cardiff. The wicket sparked criticism of the shot selection, with commentators describing it as a "horrible dismissal" given the pressure of the chase.

England were chasing a target of 234 to win the match and level or take the series, but the loss of their captain so early left them in a precarious position. The dismissal came during live coverage of the match, with BBC pundits reacting with dismay to the manner in which Brook lost his wicket.

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