ENG vs IND [WATCH]: Rishabh Pant left in awe of Harry Brook’s unique stroke on Day 3 of Edgbaston Test

In the middle of a tense third day at Edgbaston, an unexpected moment of comic relief unfolded between Harry Brook and Rishabh Pant. Amid England’s uphill task with the bat, Brook’s attempt to pull a loose delivery from Washington Sundar took a bizarre turn, resulting in an unintentional yet humorous boundary. What followed was a quick, cheerful exchange with Pant behind the stumps that not only lightened the mood but showcased the spirit of camaraderie that Test cricket thrives on.

Harry Brook’s accidental stroke and Rishabh Pant’s witty banter light up Day 3 at Edgbaston

On ball 73.4 of England’s innings, Sundar dropped one short and down the leg side. Brook looked to help it on its way, attempting a routine pull, but the ball bizarrely hit the back of his bat mid-swing. With his body twisted and off balance, the ball popped up awkwardly and floated over Pant’s head. The Indian keeper, initially caught off guard, could only watch as the ball trickled away to the fine-leg boundary. As laughter echoed across the ground, Brook turned back and smirked, saying, “New one!,” prompting Pant to respond with a grin, “New shot, huh!,” The two shared a lighthearted glance, momentarily breaking the intensity of the contest. The amusing incident was instantly replayed on the big screen, drawing chuckles from the players around on the field.

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Brook’s century stands tall amid England’s turmoil

England found themselves in deep trouble early on Day 3 of the Edgbaston Test against India. Top-order failures had pushed them to the brink, until Brook stepped in with composure and fight. In a crucial phase of the match, he forged a game-changing stand with wicketkeeper Jamie Smith. Brook’s presence at the crease steadied the innings and gave England a platform.

Defying the collapse,  Brook produced a calm yet commanding counter-attack to rescue England from dire straits, stitching a monumental 303-run partnership with Jamie Smith that shattered records. Playing the supporting role in the duo, Brook’s patience stood out as he reached his ninth Test century, becoming the fastest England batter since Herbert Sutcliffe (1929) to achieve the feat in just 44 innings. This milestone elevated his Test average to a staggering 60.37, the second-best among active players with 20+ innings, and only behind Sutcliffe among all England batters. Brook’s composed approach, technical maturity, and sharp shot selection under pressure proved instrumental. Despite Smith’s aggressive flair, it was Brook’s calm that held the innings together.

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