Captain fantastic Harry Brook etched his name in history with a sensational T20I hundred, propelling England to a heart-stopping two-wicket win over Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 at Pallekele. The chase of 165 was achieved in 19.1 overs, highlighted by Brook’s 100 off 51 balls laced with 10 fours and 4 sixes.
Disaster struck England immediately as Phil Salt was out for nought first ball to Shaheen Afridi. Jos Buttler (2), Jacob Bethell (8), and Tom Banton (2) followed suit, handing Pakistan a golden opportunity.
Brook, debuting at three, partnered with Sam Curran for a 45-run recovery. After Curran’s dismissal for 16, Brook took charge, crafting his milestone knock with poise and power. Will Jacks added 28 off 23, keeping the required rate in check.
Drama peaked in over 19: Mohammad Nawaz yorked Jacks and Overton in five balls, leaving 7 needed off 6. Jofra Archer, promoted up the order, coolly flicked the first ball of the final over for four to trigger English euphoria.
Pakistan had set 164/9 batting first. Sahibzada Farhan’s 63 off 45 was the highlight, with Babar (25), Fakhar (25), and Shadab (23* off 11) contributing. England’s Liam Dawson excelled with 3/24, Archer grabbed 2/32, and Overton 2.
Shaheen’s 4/30 nearly turned the game. This result cements England’s Super 8 dominance with two wins, complicating Pakistan’s path forward amid growing concerns.