Harry Brook to prioritize England duty, skip franchise leagues

Harry Brook has committed to prioritizing his role as England's new white-ball captain over participating in overseas franchise leagues, stating that he won't play in these leagues for the foreseeable future. His decision follows a disappointing performance by England in the ICC Champions Trophy, leading to his appointment as ODI and T20 skipper, succeeding Jos Buttler. Brook emphasized his dedication to international cricket, expressing that he values representing England more than financial gains from franchise cricket, which he has previously withdrawn from, including a recent IPL deal worth £590,000. The upcoming year will be crucial for Brook, with significant series against India and Australia, as well as a T20 World Cup, where he aims to improve England's performance in white-ball formats. While he plans to participate in The Hundred, he acknowledges the need for potential breaks to manage his workload effectively. Brook has indicated that winning the Ashes remains a top priority for him, underscoring his commitment to the Test format alongside his new responsibilities in limited-overs cricket.