Harry Brook’s Favourite Hundred Shines at Basin Reserve – Lotus365 Match Prediction Insight

Harry Brook's attacking 123 puts England in control. Stay updated with expert Lotus365 match predictions on the ongoing Test series for betting insights.

Harry Brook has rated his remarkable 123-run knock in the second Test against New Zealand at Basin Reserve as his "favourite hundred." The aggressive innings, coming off just 115 balls, helped England recover from a dire situation, where they were reduced to 26/3 and later 43/4. Brook's fighting century, supported by Ollie Pope’s 66, set England on a strong path, reaching 280 before reducing New Zealand to 86/5 by stumps on Day 2.

Brook's Brilliance Under Pressure at Basin ReserveBrook’s knock came under testing circumstances, with New Zealand's bowlers, including Nathan Smith, making early inroads. However, Brook countered the threat with his signature attacking approach, defying the swinging and seaming conditions. Speaking about his innings, Brook said, “It was just the circumstances really. It was 26 for 3 when I came in, and the pitch was doing quite a bit. I’m glad I put my attacking mode on and took it to them.”

Brook's confidence and power allowed him to dominate the conditions, as he played some audacious shots, forcing New Zealand to adjust their plans. The knock ranks high for Brook, even above his career-best 317 in Pakistan, as he was able to put pressure on New Zealand's bowlers despite challenging conditions.

A Rising Star in Overseas ConditionsBrook has now scored seven hundreds overseas in just 10 Tests, with an outstanding 1464 of his 2225 runs coming in away conditions, showcasing his adaptability and skill. His overseas average of 91.5 speaks volumes about his form in foreign conditions, with Pakistan and New Zealand being the venues for most of his centuries.

"Here in New Zealand, the pitches are nice and quick, and I feel I can play a different array of shots," Brook said, reflecting on his ability to adapt to varying conditions. He also drew comparisons to other young cricketers like Rachin Ravindra and Yashasvi Jaiswal, underlining his place among the world’s elite.

Lotus365 Match Prediction: England to Maintain Strong PositionAs the match progresses, England looks set to capitalize on Brook’s stellar knock. With a commanding position at the end of Day 2 and New Zealand's batting lineup under pressure, England is in the driver's seat. Be sure to check out Lotus365 match predictions to get expert insights on how this Test match might unfold. For more details on the latest predictions and betting insights, head to our sports betting page.

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Brief Scores:

• England: 280 all out (Harry Brook 123, Ollie Pope 66)

• New Zealand: 86/5 (Neil Wagner 2*, Devon Conway 17*)

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