Harry Brook Sets ODI Record Despite England's Loss to Sri Lanka

Harry Brook achieved a historic milestone by scoring the fastest double century in one-day internationals during a match against Sri Lanka. His innings of 202 runs, made off just 114 balls, surpassed the previous record held by Ben Stokes and marked the first double hundred by an English player in ODIs.

Despite Brook's extraordinary performance, England faced defeat as Sri Lanka successfully chased down a target of 430 runs, marking the second-highest run chase in ODI history. Brook's efforts were not enough to secure a win, making him the first player to score a double century in an ODI and end up on the losing side.

Brook's batting prowess has solidified his reputation as one of the top multi-format batters globally. He has also joined an elite group of players who have scored a hundred in T20s, a double hundred in ODIs, and a triple century in Tests. As England's captain, Brook has expressed a desire for match-winning contributions, and despite the loss, he continues to be recognized for his significant impact on the game.