Harry Brook Backs Zak Crawley and Jordan Cox for England White-Ball Call-Ups

England's newly appointed white-ball captain, Harry Brook, has thrown his support behind Zak Crawley and Jordan Cox, advocating for their inclusion in the national squad. Brook emphasized the importance of consistent performances, highlighting the healthy competition for spots in the England setup.

Crawley, who had an outstanding season with the Northern Superchargers in The Hundred, is now being considered for white-ball formats. His recent form has caught the attention of selectors and fans alike. Jordan Cox has also impressed with his batting, further strengthening England's pool of talent.

Sri Lanka Secures ODI Series Win Over Zimbabwe

In international cricket, Sri Lanka has taken an unassailable 1-0 lead in their two-match ODI series against Zimbabwe after a nail-biting seven-run victory. The match, which saw Zimbabwe chasing a target of 292, was a rollercoaster of emotions.

Sikandar Raza played a brilliant innings of 92, forming a crucial partnership with Tony Munyonga to put Zimbabwe in contention. However, Sri Lanka's Dilshan Madushanka turned the game around with a sensational hat-trick in the final over, sealing the victory for his team.