Stuart Broad Slams Harry Brook and England After ODI Series Loss to South Africa. Former England pacer Stuart Broad has criticized white-ball captain Harry Brook and head coach Brendon McCullum following England’s ODI series defeat to South Africa. The Three Lions fell short in the opening two matches of the three-match series, producing lackluster performances.

In the first ODI at Headingley, Leeds, England were bundled out for just 131 runs. South Africa comfortably chased the target, sealing victory by seven wickets with nearly 30 overs to spare.

At Lord’s in the second ODI, the Proteas posted a commanding 330/8. England fought back in the chase but ultimately fell short, finishing on 325/9 and losing by a narrow margin of five runs.

Stuart Broad Criticizes Harry Brook and Brendon McCullum After ODI Defeat to South Africa

“I feel the team looks exhausted” – Stuart Broad criticizes Harry Brook and Brendon McCullum after ODI series defeat to South Africa

Following England’s ODI series loss to South Africa, former pacer Stuart Broad raised concerns about the team’s approach under Harry Brook and head coach Brendon McCullum. Speaking on Sky Sports Cricket, Broad questioned the lack of clarity in the white-ball setup.

“With the Test side, Brendon was crystal clear about the vision—even the media understood the goals, and that made it easier to back the team. But with the white-ball group, I’ve heard nothing beyond Brook saying they want to be aggressive with the bat and take wickets with the ball. Well, that’s just cricket, isn’t it?” Broad remarked.

He went on to suggest that England’s players appear physically and mentally drained. “I’m not sure what the game plan really is. The body language looks flat, especially in the field and among the bowlers. When you compare it to the energy that Tristan Stubbs or Dewald Brevis bring to South Africa, the difference is obvious,” Broad added.

Brook, who took over as England’s white-ball captain in April, now faces mounting scrutiny. England will look to salvage pride in the third and final ODI against South Africa on September 7 at The Rose Bowl in Southampton, before the two teams meet again in a three-match T20I series.