A stunning century from Harry Brook guided England cricket team to a thrilling two-wicket victory over Pakistan national cricket team in a T20 World Cup Super 8 match.
Chasing a target of 165 runs, England reached 166/8 in 19.1 overs, sealing the win with five balls to spare.
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Pakistan Post 164/9 in 20 Overs
Earlier, Pakistan scored 164/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Sahibzada Farhan was the top scorer with 63 runs off 45 balls, hitting seven fours and two sixes. Fakhar Zaman added 25 runs off 16 balls, while Shadab Khan played a quick cameo of 23 off 11 deliveries.
For England, Liam Dawson took three wickets for 24 runs, while Jofra Archer and Jamie Overton claimed two wickets each to restrict Pakistan under 170.
Shaheen’s Early Burst Shocks England
Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi gave his team a dream start, taking four wickets for 30 runs. He removed Phil Salt and Jos Buttler early, putting England under pressure at 17/2.
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However, Harry Brook turned the game around with a match-winning knock of 100 runs off just 51 balls. His innings included 10 fours and four sixes, anchoring England’s chase despite regular wickets at the other end.
Will Jacks contributed 28 runs, while late cameos from Liam Dawson and Jofra Archer helped England cross the finish line.
Key Turning Point
Brook’s partnership with the middle order stabilized England after early setbacks. Even after his dismissal at 155/6, England managed to hold their nerve and complete the chase comfortably.
