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Promoting Brook to open the powerplay paid off as England chased a semi-final berth with his 50-ball century spearheading the win.
McCullum's call to move Brook up the order unlocked early scoring and set England up for a crucial win over Pakistan.
Brook's hundred came after a smart shift from No 5, with teammates praising the move that let him face more deliveries in the middle overs.

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England's T20 series in South Africa was scrapped due to a clash with SA20 scheduling.
The tour will now feature three Tests and three ODIs instead of the full white-ball slate.
ODIs will be played at smaller grounds due to SA20 venue bookings.
The timing prioritises the 50-over World Cup in 2027, co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
ECB and CSA negotiations led to delaying SA20 to fit three ODIs between 10 and 15 January.
SA20's schedule has historically disrupted international fixtures, a trend echoed in this decision.
CSA is likely to seek rebates from broadcasters due to three T20s being removed.
England's schedule adjustments follow talks between the ECB and CSA.
The decision ensures at least one competitive series occurs despite venue changes.

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England beat Sri Lanka by 51 runs to move top of their Super 8s group in the T20 World Cup.
Harry Brook says England’s quest for a perfect game remains an exciting prospect for the team.
England need one more win from two remaining Super 8s games to reach the semi-finals.
Brook praised Jacks as England’s standout performer for his all-round contributions in the tournament.
Phil Salt’s 62 from 40 balls anchored England’s innings with a late push.
Jofra Archer credited England’s improving all-round performance as the tournament progressed.
England’s bowlers backed the win by restricting Sri Lanka to 95 all out.
England’s top-order struggled, with only Jacks crossing 20, but the team still sealed the win.
Brook highlighted the squad’s belief and readiness to secure progression in upcoming fixtures.
England announces upcoming pivotal matches vs Pakistan and New Zealand to determine semi-final fate.

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England will tour South Africa for a three-Test series over Christmas and New Year, beginning December 17 in Johannesburg.
The second Test will be played at Centurion starting Boxing Day, with the third at Newlands on January 3, 2027.
The tour will feature three ODIs starting January 10 at Boland Park, with a T20 series postponed due to SA20 scheduling.
Australia will tour South Africa for three Tests in October preceding England's visit.
The 2026/27 South Africa schedule also includes three ODIs after the Test series, with a T20 series removed due to SA20 conflicts.
The tour follows England’s 2019/20 series victory in South Africa and precedes South Africa co-hosting the 2027 World Cup.
South Africa will co-host the 2027 Cricket World Cup with Namibia and Zimbabwe.
The England tour schedule lists Boxing Day and New Year fixtures in South Africa.
The Wanderers in Johannesburg hosts the opener as England look to start strong on foreign soil.
Key matches will take place across Johannesburg, Centurion, and Cape Town with a December-January window.

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England must overcome Pakistan in Pallekele to keep semi-final hopes alive, with spin again shaping the contest as in the wider tournament context.
Pakistan rely heavily on spin, having used spinners for the vast majority of their deliveries this World Cup, a trend England must counter.
Harry Brook has fallen to spin in four of his five innings, underscoring England’s vulnerability to turning deliveries ahead of a pivotal clash.
Jacob Bethell has been dismissed only by spinners across most of England’s matches, highlighting the particular spin threat England must navigate.
Harry Brook remains optimistic, insisting England are close to a 'perfect game' after a Sri Lanka win, a mindset England will lean on against Pakistan.
England will weigh pace versus spin for their selection, with the seamers possibly held back if the ball turns, shaping the final XI for the innings.
Sahibzada Farhan tops Pakistan’s scoring in the tournament with 220 runs, but all his runs came against the weaker first-round group sides.
Pakistan believe their spin show can trouble England, with captain Babar Azam signaling that both teams have plans to counter the other’s attack.
The match shapes as a potential semis-decider, with England needing a strong showing to remain on track for the semi-finals as the World Cup moves toward its business end.
Pakistan’s attack, featuring a spin-heavy contingent, makes this a tactical test for England as they navigate a surface aiding slower bowlers.

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