ENG vs AUS [WATCH]: Harry Brook takes Adam Zampa to the cleaners with some brutal strikes

England captain Harry Brook scored 72 runs off just 52 balls fifth and deciding One-Day International (ODI) against Australia at the County Ground in Bristol on Sunday. His aggressive innings, which included seven sixes and three fours, helped England post a total in their bid to claim the series.

Harry Brook’s brace lifts England

Brook came in to bat when England were 70/2, having just lost their openers at the start of the innings. Undeterred by the situation, he looked in control from the start and quickly found his rhythm, continuing his strong form from the last two matches. Brook made a crucial partnership of 144 runs Ben Duckett for the third wicket, which held England’s innings and turned the momentum in their favour.

Playing the role of the attacker, Brook unleashed an array of powerful, highly effective shots with maximus. His ability to clear the boundary with ease kept the Australian bowlers under pressure, and the leg-spinner Adam Zampa bearing the brunt of Brook’s beating. Brook smashed Zampa for a six on the break.

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Australian bowlers battled back

Brook’s dismissal in the 25th over was a much needed result for Australia, who were struggling to stop England’s run. However, his knock was instrumental in laying a solid foundation for England’s total. Duckett, who played an anchor role during their partnership, went on to score a magnificent 107, holding the innings together even after Brook’s departure.

Despite Brook’s heroics, Australia’s bowlers fell behind in the latter stages of England’s innings. Travis Head he is an outstanding bowler, taking 4 wickets for just 28 runs, and Glenn Maxwell and Zampa also chipped in with two sticks each. England were bowled out for 309 in 49.2 overs.

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