Harry Brook breaks Shubman Gill's fastest 200 record as Sri Lanka pull off historic ODI run chase
England's Harry Brook set a new record for the fastest ODI double-century, but his team still suffered a defeat against Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka successfully chased a target of 430 runs, marking one of the highest run chases in cricket history.
Why it matters
This match represents a significant statistical milestone in international cricket and highlights the high-scoring nature of modern ODI games.
England captain Harry Brook made history by scoring the fastest double-century in One-Day International (ODI) cricket, but his record-breaking innings could not prevent Sri Lanka from securing a thrilling two-wicket victory in their tri-series match on Thursday. Sri Lanka chased down a target of 430 with one ball remaining, leaving England at the bottom of the standings after two defeats.Brook reached his double-century in just 114 balls, breaking the previous record of 117 deliveries held by India's Shubman Gill. The 27-year-old also became the first English batter to score an ODI double-century, surpassing Ben Stokes' previous national record of 182 runs.He smashed 202 runs off 116 balls, hitting 21 fours and 10 sixes before being caught by Sahan Arachchige off Janith Liyanage on the final ball of England's innings.
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