The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has appointed Harry Brook as the white-ball captain, succeeding Jos Buttler who stepped down from the role after a disappointing campaign at the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan.
Having made his international debut in 2022, Harry Brook has played 26 ODIs and 44 T20Is matches so far. He has 816 runs ODI runs to his name at an average of 34, with a high score of 110.
“The 26-year-old has been a key part of England’s white-ball set-up since making his debut in January 2022 and is widely regarded as one of the country’s most gifted batters across formats,” said ECB in a statement.
“Currently ranked number two in the ICC world batting rankings in Test cricket, Brook has spent the past year as vice-captain in both ODI and IT20 formats.”
“He also led the team in the Metro Bank ODI series against Australia last September in Buttler’s absence, earning praise for his tactical awareness and calm leadership. A former Young Lions captain, Brook also skippered England at the 2018 ICC Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand,” concluded a statement.
💬 “Ever since I was a kid playing cricket at Burley in Wharfedale, I dreamed of representing Yorkshire, playing for England, and maybe one day leading the team. To now be given that chance means a great deal to me.”
A dream realised for Brooky 🙌 pic.twitter.com/dsYhjM2cZT
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In T20Is, he has 798 runs at an average of 28.5 and was part of the 2022 T20 World Cup winning campaign. He also has 2281 test runs to his name in 24 matches.
“It’s a real honour to be named England’s white-ball captain. Ever since I was a kid playing cricket at Burley in Wharfedale, I dreamed of representing Yorkshire, playing for England, and maybe one day leading the team. To now be given that chance means a great deal to me,” Harry Brook said in a statement.
“I want to thank my family and coaches who’ve supported me every step of the way. Their belief in me has made all the difference and I wouldn’t be in this position without them.”
“There’s so much talent in this country, and I’m looking forward to getting started, moving us forward, and working towards winning series, World Cups and major events. I’m excited to get going and give it everything I’ve got,” Harry Brook concluded.
Meanwhile, ECB managing Director Rob Key said, “I’m delighted that Harry Brook has accepted the role as England’s white-ball captain across both formats. He’s been part of our succession planning for some time, albeit this opportunity has come slightly earlier than expected.”
“Harry is not only an outstanding cricketer, but also has an excellent cricketing brain and a clear vision for both teams that will help drive us towards winning more series, World Cups and major global tournaments,” ECB managing director Rob Key concluded.
