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England's Brook hits record ODI double ton but Sri Lanka pull off epic chase in Rawalpindi clash

England’s Harry Brook smashed the fastest double-century in One-Day International (ODI) history and became the first Englishman to score 200 in the format but Sri Lanka sealed a two-wicket win in their tri-series clash with one ball to spare in Rawalpindi on Thursday. The 27-year-old captain rewrote the record books by racing to his double hundred in 114 balls, surpassing the previous mark of 117…

England's Brook hits record ODI double ton but Sri Lanka pull off epic chase in Rawalpindi clash

Harry Brook scored a double century in just 114 balls to break the record for the fastest ODI double ton, surpassing the previous mark of 117 deliveries set by Shubman Gill. The 27-year-old England captain's performance, which included 21 fours and 10 sixes, ended with a six off the last ball, leaving Sri Lanka needing six to win. Despite Brook's record-breaking effort, England fell short in their tri-series clash against Sri Lanka, losing by 87 runs at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

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