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Harry Brook smashes fastest ODI double century as England post 429/4
Harry Brook smashes fastest ODI double century as England post 429/4
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Harry Brook delivered an innings for the ages today, smashing the fastest double century in One Day International (ODI) cricket as England posted a colossal 429/4 against Sri Lanka in the 3rd Match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026. 

The young sensation's breathtaking knock of 202 runs from just 116 balls, featuring 21 fours and 10 sixes, rewrote the record books and set a formidable target for the Islanders at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

Brook's innings was nothing short of extraordinary. Coming to the crease, he wasted no time in asserting his dominance, tearing into the Sri Lankan attack with a dazzling array of attacking strokes. 

His relentless onslaught saw him become the first England batsman to score a double century in ODI cricket, simultaneously claiming the highest individual ODI score for an Englishman. 

The milestone was reached with a stunning scoop over the keeper's head, sending the crowd into raptures and marking a truly historic moment for the sport. His partnership with Will Jacks was particularly destructive, adding an incredible 185 runs from just 77 balls.

While Brook was undoubtedly the star, England's batting performance was a collective display of power and precision. Openers Tom Banton, who scored a valuable fifty, and Joe Root, who contributed 69 runs, laid a solid foundation. 

Will Jacks then joined Brook to accelerate the scoring rate dramatically, smashing a rapid 66 runs off just 30 balls. This collective effort ensured England breached the 400-run mark comfortably, ending their innings at 429/4 in their allotted 50 overs, giving their bowlers a huge cushion to work with.

-Agencies 

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