Brook also acknowledged the influence of India spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, whose spell proved crucial in slowing England’s chase.
Bumrah was once again pivotal in India’s bowling, giving away just 33 runs from his four overs and getting Brook’s wicket as well. His larger impact came in the 18th over, where he conceded just six runs, when England needed 45 off the final three overs.
“He’s a very good bowler, arguably the best of all time at the minute. He’s been a very good bowler for a long time.”
“The Indians fielded extremely well. That catch (Axar Patel’s) is arguably one of the best catches I’ve seen as well. Hats off to them.”
Brook also reflected on his own captaincy during his maiden ICC tournament as captain and the working dynamic he shares with head coach Brendon McCullum.
“I feel like I’ve done fairly well, to be honest. I’m quite an instinct captain, I make decisions on the field, and we’ve been getting a lot of messages from Baz off the field as well.
“Our partnership has been good throughout this competition and since I’ve taken over. We got on very well, and like I said, the communication throughout the competition and before this competition has been outstanding and long may it continue.”
