# Harry Brook wants to be captain 'England fans can rely on'

> Harry Brook aims to be England's reliable ODI captain ahead of Pakistan and Sri Lanka tri-series.
- Title: Harry Brook wants to be captain 'England fans can rely on'
- Summary: Harry Brook aims to be England's reliable ODI captain ahead of Pakistan and Sri Lanka tri-series. Harry Brook says he wants to be the captain England fans…
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- Published: 2026-10-19T11:34:00+00:00
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## Harry Brook wants to be captain
Harry Brook says he wants to be a captain that 'England fans and the team rely on' ahead of Pakistan and Sri Lanka tri-series.

> England fans and the team rely on
## Brook's ODI leadership
Brook has stabilized England's 50-over side, winning last three series after losing seven of eight prior.
## Brook's recent ODI performance
Brook's ODI average with captaincy is 51.3 per innings compared to 25.2 without.
## Brook's past altercation
Brook was fined £30,000 and given a formal warning after altercation with nightclub bouncer in New Zealand.
## Brook's Test average
Brook's Test average of 53.08 is highest among england batters in over 50 years.
## Brook's focus on tri-series
Brook's immediate focus is on England's tri-series against Pakistan and Sri Lanka starting Tuesday.
## Brook's squad readiness
Brook says England's squad is ready for do-or-die matches with potential to reach 2027 World Cup final.
## Key takeaway

Harry Brook says he wants to be the captain England fans can rely on for the upcoming ODI tri-series against Pakistan and Sri Lanka.