A captain’s knock of epic proportions lit up the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 stage as Harry Brook steered England past Pakistan’s 165 with a fiery 100 off 51 balls (10×4, 4×6). Hitting fifty in 28 balls after promotion to three, Brook became the fourth player—and first leader—to register a century chasing in T20 WC history, booking England’s semifinal berth in style.
This milestone revives memories of prior heroes. Alex Hales, England’s opener in 2014, remained not out on 116 off 64 balls (11×4, 6×6) against Sri Lanka, chasing 190 effortlessly in 19.2 overs.
In 2016, West Indies’ Chris Gayle, the chase maestro, powered to 100* off 48 balls (5×4, 11×6) versus England, overhauling 183 in 18.1 overs with trademark flair.
Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka, in this tournament, notched 100* off 52 (10×4, 5×6) against Australia, clinching 182 in 18 overs and underlining modern opener prowess.
Brook stands apart as the only one to fall post-century, but the rarity of such feats—mere four in tournament history—speaks volumes. These innings blend skill, nerve, and audacity, transforming potential defeats into triumphs. With England advancing, Brook’s leadership ignites hopes of a deep run, inspiring a new generation of T20 stars.