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Jacks's 30-Ball Blitz Powers England to 429
22 Oct
Summary
- Will Jacks scored an unbeaten 66 runs off just 30 balls.
- England posted a massive total of 429/4 in their 50 overs.
- Harry Brook achieved his double century in the match.
England's Will Jacks unleashed a rapid 66 not out from just 30 deliveries during an ODI Tri-Series match against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. His aggressive innings was instrumental in propelling England to an imposing total of 429/4 in their allotted 50 overs.
Jacks joined Harry Brook, who was nearing his double century, after England lost Joe Root. Their formidable 185-run partnership significantly boosted the team's score, which had been on track for a 350-plus total. Jacks's unbeaten contribution included eight fours and three sixes, marking his sixth ODI half-century.
With this performance, Jacks has accumulated 887 runs in 31 ODIs at an average of 36.95, boasting a strike rate exceeding 100. His recent display was his second ODI fifty against Sri Lanka, against whom he strikes at 117.96. He also has a solid List A record with 1,393 runs from 53 games.
