In a surprising turn of events, English cricketer Harry Brook’s World Cup dream has been reignited as he finds himself added to the England squads for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand and Ireland. This unexpected development hints at the batter’s potential inclusion in England’s team for the ICC World Cup 2023.
Brook, a 24-year-old star cricketer, was notably absent from England’s 15-member provisional squad announced on August 16, raising eyebrows among cricket enthusiasts. However, recent revelations suggest that his journey to the World Cup might not be over just yet.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) unveiled the squad for the three-match ODI series against Ireland on September 6, and to the surprise of many, Harry Brook’s name was among those listed. This move marks a significant shift in fortune for Brook, who initially missed out on the World Cup squad due to the return of Ben Stokes from ODI retirement and Joe Root’s inclusion.
Harry Brook still in contention
England’s captain, Jos Buttler, has further fueled speculation about Brook’s chances. He disclosed that the Three Lions have until September 28 to finalize their World Cup squad, leaving room for reconsideration. This means that Brook’s inclusion in the ODI team for the New Zealand and Ireland series serves as a crucial audition for his potential involvement in the mega tournament to be held in India.
The England ODI squad for the Ireland series also includes promising talents like Rehan Ahmed, Brydon Carse, Zak Crawley, and more. Meanwhile, the squad for the New Zealand series features stalwarts like Jos Buttler, Moeen Ali, and Ben Stokes, alongside Brook.
As cricket fans eagerly await the outcome of these series, the unexpected addition of Harry Brook has injected excitement and suspense into the selection process for the ICC World Cup 2023. Brook now has a golden opportunity to make a compelling case for his inclusion in England’s World Cup squad, and his performance in the upcoming ODIs will undoubtedly be closely watched by cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
With the cricketing world buzzing with anticipation, Harry Brook’s journey towards fulfilling his World Cup dream promises to be a captivating storyline to follow in the days to come.
England ODI squad for Ireland series:
Rehan Ahmed, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Zak Crawley (c), Ben Duckett (vc), Sam Hain, Will Jacks, Craig Overton, Matthew Potts, Phil Salt, George Scrimshaw, Jamie Smith, Luke Wood
England squad for New Zealand series:
Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Gus Atkinson, Jonny Bairstow, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Dawid Malan, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Jason Roy, Ben Stokes, Reece Topley, David Willey, Mark Wood, Chris Woakes, Harry Brook
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