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Harry Brookelong-term future England Skipper faces major uncertainty after admitting lying about nightclub incident New Zealandformer international Steve Harmison predicts “troublesome times” ahead.
Brooke releases statement after Friday’s T20 win Sri Lankaretracted his previous statement that he was alone when he was “clocked in” by a bodyguard. wellington October 31st.
telegraph Previously reported teammates Jacob Bethel and josh tongue also fined England and the Welsh Cricket Board were investigated by cricket’s governing body for their involvement on the night.
The incident first came to light at the beginning of the year Sri Lanka During the tour, Brooke apologized to supporters, expressed his gratitude for retaining the white-ball captaincy and, most importantly, said he was out on his own. However, Brooke admitted in his latest statement that he made up the story to protect his colleagues.
He said: “I take responsibility for my actions wellington and admitted that others were present that night. I regret my previous comments and my intention was to protect my teammates from situations that would have been caused by my own decisions. “
Harmison, who made 123 appearances for England across all formats, believes Brooke’s position will come under scrutiny at the end of the game. T20 World Cupstarting on February 8th.
talking talk sports cricketHarmison commented: “Unfortunately, when you’re captain and you’ve made a statement, apologized and said you were the only one involved, then I think Harry is going to have a troubled moment.”
He added: “Hold on until the end of the World Cup. Harry Brooke Will serve as World Cup captain. Will he be captain for the foreseeable future after the World Cup? I think there needs to be a proper review.
“My focus is, if I were a player, I would protect Jacob Bethel and josh tongue. I understand what Harry is trying to do, but as England captain I think there may be more choppy times ahead for him. “