England’s young star, Harry Brook, showcased his exceptional talent by scoring his fifth Test hundred on Day 4 of the second Test against the West Indies at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. The 25-year-old Brook reached this milestone with a single off Alzarri Joseph in the 62nd over of England’s second innings, completing his century in just 118 balls.
Brook, who walked in with England at 140/3, initially played cautiously, scoring only three runs off his first 11 balls. However, he soon found his rhythm, hitting his first boundary against Joseph and accelerating from there. By the end of Day 3, Brook was unbeaten on 71, having added over 100 runs with Joe Root for the fourth wicket.
On Day 4, Brook continued his impressive form. He scored a boundary in the very first over and swiftly moved into the 90s. His century was a testament to his growing prowess in Test cricket, especially notable as it was his first hundred at home after five half-centuries and a highest score of 85.
At the other end, Joe Root also contributed significantly, reaching his 63rd Test fifty off 91 balls. The partnership between Brook and Root extended beyond 150 runs, taking England’s total to 300/3 after 64 overs, giving them a commanding lead of 259 runs.
As England solidified their position, the West Indies struggled to find breakthroughs. The impressive performances from Brook and Root highlight England’s dominance in this Test, with the team looking well-placed to push for a strong finish.
Key Highlights:
- Harry Brook’s century came off 118 balls, marking his fifth Test hundred.
- Brook and Root’s partnership surpassed 150 runs, significantly boosting England’s total.
- England’s lead has extended to 259 runs, putting them in a strong position.
With the match progressing, England’s robust performance and significant lead set the stage for a potentially decisive result in the final day of the Test.
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