Harry Brook Shines with Century as England Dominates West Indies in Nottingham Test

Harry Brook scored his fifth Test century as England put in a dominant performance against West Indies in the second Test at Nottingham. England set a target of 385 runs for the visitors, thanks to significant contributions from Brook, Duckett, Pope, and Root. West Indies face a challenging task ahead.

In a showcase of exceptional form, England's Harry Brook notched his fifth Test century against West Indies during the second Test in Nottingham. Brook thrilled the home crowd with a masterful 109 off 132 balls, including 13 boundaries, achieving a strike rate of 82.58.

Brook's consistency has been notable, amassing 1,376 runs from 14 Tests at an impressive average of 62.54 and a strike rate of 90.70. This performance places him second in Test history for highest batting averages, only surpassed by the legendary Don Bradman. Brook's Test record now boasts five centuries and eight fifties, with a personal best score of 186.

England's initial innings saw contributions from Ollie Pope, who scored his sixth Test hundred with 121 runs, and half-centuries from Ben Duckett and skipper Ben Stokes. West Indies, despite early struggles, fought back with notable performances from Alick Athanaze (82) and Kavem Hodge (120), eventually taking a 41-run lead.

England's bowlers, led by Chris Woakes with four wickets, contained West Indies to 457. In the second innings, England responded robustly, with centuries from Root and Brook, setting a formidable target of 385 runs for West Indies. Jayden Seales was the stand-out bowler for the visitors, claiming four wickets.

With West Indies facing a challenging task, the Test match promises a gripping conclusion as England looks to assert their dominance on home soil.

(With inputs from agencies.)