Harry Brook has been named England's new white-ball vice-captain ahead of their series against India. The 25-year-old has quickly become a key player since his T20I debut in 2022. With impressive performances across formats, he joins England's squad led by Jos Buttler for upcoming matches before the ICC Champions Trophy.
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