'I hope New Zealand lose': Shaheen Afridi takes a jibe at coach Mike Hesson; tips his hat to Harry Brook

Harry Brook’s captain’s knock in Kandy did more than seal England’s semi-final spot. It drew rare praise from Shaheen Shah Afridi, who called it the best innings of Brook’s life. As Pakistan’s campaign hangs by a thread,

Harry Brook Hails Head Coach Brendon McCullum’s Bold Call To Move Him Up the Order Against Pakistan

Harry Brook credited Brendon McCullum’s gamble to bat him at No.3 vs Pakistan, scoring a 51-ball century that kept England’s T20 World Cup semifinal hopes alive in a thrilling Super 8 clash.

'The day Brook showed he is an England leader'

After an immature winter, Harry Brook's mature and majestic century against Pakistan proved he is England's leader for the future, writes Matthew Henry.

Three days, two matches, a year older: In 'night out' at Pallekele, Harry Brook proves his credentials

In the past three days, Harry Brook has not only grown a year older but also wiser. His century against Pakistan in Kandy was not just a match-winning knock, but a defining leadership moment, signalling England’s faith in a captain who is learning,

Harry Brook Creates History, Outdoes Virat's MCG Heroics, Becomes First Player In World To Register Massive Feats

Harry Brook created history with his century against Pakistan during the 2026 T20 World Cup match in Pallekele as England won by two wickets and sealed their place in the semi-finals. The England captain broke multiple records after playing a knock for the ages.

Harry Brook’s thunderous century breaks T20 World Cup barrier for captains; Shaheen Afridi applauds with classy gesture

Harry Brook scripted history with his knock, becoming the first captain to score a century in the T20 World Cup history.
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Stunning Brook century leads England into semis

Pakistan 164-9 (20 overs): Farhan 63 (45); Dawson 3-24 England 166-8 (19.1 overs): Brook 100 (51); Shaheen 4-30 England won by two wickets Scorecard. Tables Harry Brook's sensational century under pressure led England into the T20 World Cup semi-finals ...