Harry Brook: World's Top All-Format Batter in Stunning Performance
BBC Sport reports on Harry Brook's remarkable display in a recent match against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi, solidifying his status as the world's best all-format batter.
Just under a year ago, Brook faced uncertainty as England's white-ball captain, but now, he has made an incredible turnaround.
During England's defeat to Sri Lanka, Brook scored an astonishing 202 runs, showcasing a stroke-making masterclass. His innings was likened to the legendary AB de Villiers, and he achieved several notable milestones:
- The first double hundred scored by an Englishman in an ODI.
- The fastest double ton in an ODI, surpassing India's Shubman Gill's record.
- Joining an exclusive club of cricketers who have achieved a hundred in T20s, a double century in ODIs, and a triple century in Tests, matching West Indies' Chris Gayle's unique treble.
Despite his individual heroics, Brook's team lost the match, leaving him dejected. However, his performance further emphasizes his dominance in all formats of the game. Ranked as the best Test batter by the ICC, Brook's averages in both Test and T20s surpass many iconic English batters of the past.
As a captain, Brook's responsibilities have enhanced his performance, particularly in ODIs, where he averages 31 runs more with the title compared to when he wasn't leading the team.