THE good news is that Harry Brook is committed to playing Test cricket for England.
The even better news is that he may be eyeing up the captaincy, too, one day.
English cricket's man-ofthe-moment collected his first century on home soil as Ben Stokes's side wrapped up a series victory over the West Indies.
And, just for the moment, the traditionalists will be happy that his sights are fixed firmly on the red ball form of the game.
He said: "I want to play every Test match I can for England.
"Test cricket 'Mor and playing for England is my priority. I don't want to think too far ahead the Ashes is a long away away and we have a lot of Test cricket before then... my main focus is to stay in the moment and not get ahead of myself.
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