England Beat Pakistan in T20 World Cup: Harry Brook Century Powers Team into Semi-Final

In a high-intensity match, England beat Pakistan in the T20 World Cup to secure a place in the semi-finals. Skipper Harry Brook delivered a match-winning century that guided England to a narrow two-wicket victory.

Chasing a target of 165 runs, England overcame early setbacks to clinch the win with five balls remaining.

Harry Brook Century Turns the Match

Harry Brook played a captain’s knock, scoring a 51-ball 100, his maiden T20I century.

Highlights of Brook’s Innings

• 10 fours and 4 sixes
• Controlled chase despite early wickets
• Highest score by an England captain in T20 World Cup history

His innings ensured England reached their fifth consecutive T20 World Cup semi-final.

England’s Chase: From Trouble to Triumph

England’s chase started on a shaky note:

• 35/3 in the powerplay
• 58/4 before Brook stabilized the innings
• Crucial 52-run partnership with Will Jacks

The match was sealed when England reached the target with a boundary in the final over.

Pakistan Post Competitive Total

Earlier in the match, Pakistan put up 164/9, thanks to a solid half-century from Sahibzada Farhan, who scored 63 runs.

England bowlers, led by Liam Dawson, restricted Pakistan in the final overs to keep the target within reach.

Key Performances

England

• Harry Brook – 100 runs
• Will Jacks – valuable support knock
• Liam Dawson – key wickets

Pakistan

• Sahibzada Farhan – 63 runs
• Shaheen Afridi – crucial wickets

England Enter Semi-Finals

With this win, England have become one of the first teams to confirm their spot in the semi-final stage of the tournament, continuing their strong record in T20 World Cups.

England beat Pakistan in the T20 World Cup thanks to Harry Brook’s outstanding century, a performance that not only secured a thrilling victory but also propelled the team into the semi-finals. The match will be remembered as one of the defining contests of the tournament.

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