Harry Brook scripts history, becomes first cricketer to achieve this feat in T20Is
In a remarkable feat, Harry Brook reached a notable captaincy milestone in 2026, becoming the only Full Member captain to score two T20I centuries within the same year. His latest achievement was an explosive 114 not out against Sri Lanka in Southampton, which he accomplished off just 42 deliveries, leading England to a commanding 119-run victory in their first T20I match.
Harry Brook scripted history by becoming the first Full Member cricket captain to score two T20I centuries in a calendar year. The England skipper achieved this remarkable feat during his unbeaten 114 off 49 balls in the first T20I against Sri Lanka in Southampton on Tuesday. Brook's century was followed by a blistering start from England, with Jos Buttler contributing 80 off 44 balls.
Despite a strong chase, Sri Lanka were bowled out by the end of the 19th over, with Sonny Baker and Jamie Overton taking crucial wickets. Brook's second century of 2026 has him alone in the exclusive club of Full Member captains to achieve the feat in a single calendar year.
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