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harry brook Was pleased with the contribution of “Amazing” jofra archer But was disappointed with England’s batting performance in the five-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the second match ODI In hamilton,
The brilliant performance of Archer, who took three wickets for 23 runs in 10 overs, could not help. England With the help of Daryl Mitchell’s unbeaten 56 runs, the Black Caps defended less than 175 runs and took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series.
England’s top order had to struggle Joe Root (25) and harry brook (34) Only able to spend significant time at the crease jamie smith, ben duckett, jacob bethel And if butler Again being dismissed cheaply before 42 by Jamie Overton gave the tourists a faint hope of a surprise win to keep the series alive.
“It’s disappointing to say the least. We want to go out there and have fun, but that hasn’t happened the last few games,” Brook told TNT Sports.
“We’ve got to dig deep again, we’re going to try to entertain and stay positive, and hopefully we can get it right in Wellington.
“They’re good wickets to bat on, but it’s just about trying to get through the first 20 or 30 balls and then make money from there.”
A huge burden of expectations is on Archer ahead of next month ash But in his first innings for England since September 12, the fast bowler took three wickets to show he is fully fit ahead of the first Test on November 21.
“He’s a brilliant bowler. He bowls 90mph and swings it both ways. To take three for 23 is fantastic and to have him back is fantastic too,” Brook said.