Harry Brook smashes fastest ODI double century record against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi

England cricket team captain Harry Brook has set a new record for the fastest double century in One Day International (ODI) cricket,

RAWALPINDI: England cricket team captain Harry Brook has set a new record for the fastest double century in One Day International (ODI) cricket, achieving the milestone against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi and breaking India’s Shubman Gill’s record within just 22 days.

Brook scored his maiden double century during the third match of the ongoing tri-nation ODI series against Sri Lanka, producing a remarkable batting performance that added another milestone to his international career.

With this achievement, Brook also became the first England batter to score a double century in men’s ODI cricket, marking a historic moment for English cricket. His innings demonstrated exceptional power-hitting and an aggressive approach against the Sri Lankan bowling attack.

The England captain completed his double century in just 114 deliveries, setting a new benchmark for the fastest double hundred in the format. During his outstanding innings, Brook struck 21 boundaries and 10 sixes, keeping the pressure firmly on the opposition throughout his time at the crease.

His ability to combine precise stroke play with powerful hitting enabled him to reach the landmark in record time. The innings highlighted his growing reputation as an explosive batter capable of delivering exceptional performances in high-profile international matches.

Brook’s achievement also brought an end to the brief reign of India’s Shubman Gill as the holder of the fastest ODI double-century record. Gill had established the previous benchmark on September 30 of the same year, scoring a double century against the West Indies in 117 balls.

However, Brook surpassed that mark by completing his double century in three fewer deliveries, rewriting the record books only 22 days after Gill’s achievement.

The new record represents a significant milestone for England, a team that has traditionally been known for its aggressive approach to limited-overs cricket in recent years. Brook’s performance further underlined the team’s emphasis on attacking batting and scoring rapidly in the ODI format.

His historic innings against Sri Lanka also established him as the first English player to reach the 200-run mark in a men’s ODI international, ending England’s long wait for a batter to achieve the feat.

The performance is expected to remain a memorable moment in Brook’s career, given the combination of individual achievement and historical significance. Reaching a double century in just 114 balls places him among the most explosive performers in the history of the format.

Brook’s record-breaking knock in Rawalpindi has drawn attention to the increasing pace of scoring in modern ODI cricket, where batters continue to challenge established records through aggressive stroke play and innovative shot-making.

By surpassing Gill’s previous record so soon after it was established, the England captain has added another remarkable chapter to the history of international one-day cricket. His maiden double century and record-breaking pace have made the match against Sri Lanka a notable occasion for English cricket fans.