Brook’s evaluation is a well-recognized one.
After England had been bowled out for 131 in a one-day worldwide towards South Africa final 12 months, he stated his may have “gone slightly bit tougher with the bat”.
Once they misplaced an ODI in New Zealand earlier than Christmas, Brook requested, “Can we go tougher?”.
In opposition to the spectacular Windies, Tom Banton additionally chipped a catch to further cowl pushing a drive off Motie, whereas Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks had been bowled and pinned lbw respectively taking part in from the crease.
“Chasing practically 200 is at all times an enormous ask and we thought the pitch would get slightly bit higher and it could slide on to the bat slightly bit extra, however that did not occur,” Brook stated.
“We had been most likely slightly bit cautious, myself included.”
Within the absence of dew, which makes it tougher for bowlers to grip the ball, the pitch at Wankhede Stadium provided extra flip than some other at this World Cup thus far.
England performed spin effectively on their latest tour of Sri Lanka, the place they gained a T20 collection 3-0, however right here acquainted points resurfaced.
“I assumed we performed spin excellent in Sri Lanka and we have simply had a foul day in the present day,” Brook stated.
“We did not handle to recover from the road they usually bowled effectively.”
Brook additionally backed main tempo bowler Jofra Archer, who conceded 48 runs from his 4 overs after being hit for 42 within the win over Nepal on Sunday.
“Everyone is aware of how good Jof is,” Brook stated.
“He’ll bounce again for certain. He is bowling speedy and I am certain he’ll execute higher within the coming video games.”
England face Scotland on Saturday earlier than their ultimate Group C match towards Italy on Monday, with each video games happening in Kolkata.
