Last Updated: October 22, 2026 08:04 PM
Some batting performances become instantly unforgettable for fans around the cricket world. England supporters witnessed one such moment during a recent international contest. Here is the complete story behind this truly remarkable achievement.
Harry Brook’s Double Century Makes History
England captain Harry Brook scored 202 runs off 116 deliveries against Sri Lanka. The match was the third game of the tri-series at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. It took place on October 22, 2026, at the Pakistani venue.
Brook became the first English batter to score an ODI double century. He struck 21 fours and 10 sixes while dominating the Sri Lankan bowling attack. Brook led England as captain, which made the achievement even more meaningful.
How Harry Brook Breaks Shubman Gill’s Record
Brook reached 200 in just 114 balls, setting a new men’s ODI record. Shubman Gill held the previous record with 117 balls against West Indies. The earlier record belonged to India captain Shubman Gill before this innings.
This innings also beat Ben Stokes’ England record of 182 runs. Brook passed Stokes’ score before continuing his aggressive innings to reach 202. His attacking intent made this record possible throughout the innings.
An Elite Club of International Batters
Brook now belongs to a very small group of international cricketers. He has scored a T20I century, an ODI double century and a Test triple century. Only Chris Gayle has achieved the same combination.
Brook scored his Test triple century at Rawalpindi against Pakistan. Harry Brook’s double century adds another special chapter to his growing career. This makes his all-format versatility stand out among modern international batters.
England’s Big Total and Match Context
England scored 429 runs in their 50 overs, setting Sri Lanka a target of 430. Joe Root scored 69, while Tom Banton added 50 in support. Both players provided valuable support to Brook during his record-breaking innings.
England entered this contest after losing their opening match against hosts Pakistan. England had shown strong white-ball form earlier, including a 2-1 home ODI series win over Sri Lanka.
England’s total of 429 shows how completely their batters dominated the innings. Such totals put enormous pressure on any chasing team in a one-day game. Harry Brook’s double century now stands as a defining moment of this tri-series.
