Harry Brook's Maiden Century Propels England to Triumph Over Australia in Rain-Shortened ODI

Harry Brook's first ODI century led England to a significant victory over Australia in a rain-affected match. Despite early setbacks, Brook's outstanding partnership with Will Jacks turned the game around. With rain intervening, England clinched the win via the DLS method, keeping the five-match series alive.

In a dramatic turn of events, England's new captain Harry Brook delivered his maiden ODI century to secure a commanding, rain-shortened victory over Australia on Tuesday, keeping the five-match series alive with two games remaining. Australia, aiming for their 15th consecutive ODI win, managed to post 304 runs despite challenging conditions early on, with notable contributions from Steve Smith (60) and Alex Carey (77 not out).

After a rocky start that saw England reduced to 11-2, Brook's stellar partnership of 156 runs with Will Jacks shifted the momentum decisively. Following Jacks' departure at 84, Liam Livingston added a quickfire 33, aiding Brook who remained unbeaten on 110. At 254-4 and needing just 51 runs from 74 balls, rain halted play, resulting in England being awarded a 46-run victory through the DLS method with a revised target of 209 after 37.4 overs.

The fourth match of the series is set for Friday at Lord's, followed by the final game in Bristol on Sunday.

(With inputs from agencies.)