England's cricket captain Harry Brook has revealed his engagement to partner Lucy Lyles through a social media announcement on Tuesday.
The Yorkshire batsman, who holds the position of second-best Test player globally, posted a photograph on Instagram featuring himself alongside his fiancée as she displayed her sparkling engagement ring.
The 28-year-old sportsman marked the announcement with minimal fanfare, adding only a ring emoji as the caption to accompany the image.
This milestone comes as Brook prepares for his duties as vice-captain in the forthcoming Ashes series against Australia, set to begin on 21 November in Perth.
Harry Brook announced the engagement on his social media
|The engagement announcement attracted warm wishes from his peers, including West Indies icon Brian Lara.
The relationship between Brook and Lyles spans approximately five years, with her initial appearance on his social media dating back to 2020.
Lyles, who completed her studies at the University of Manchester, has become a familiar presence at cricket grounds worldwide, supporting Brook from the spectators' area.
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Her dedication was particularly evident during Brook's remarkable achievement in the Indian Premier League in 2023, when he struck an unbeaten century from just 55 deliveries.
Following that innings, Brook acknowledged her presence, stating: "My girlfriend is here but the rest of my family have just left. I knew this would happen - as soon as they left I will get some runs. I'm sure they'll all be very happy for me."
Brian Lara offered his congratulations to the newly engaged couple, writing on social media: "Congratulations my golfing partner!!!" accompanied by a clapping emoji.
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Harry Brook and Lucy Lyles are believed to have been together for the last five years
|The announcement comes as Brook assumes the role of vice-captain for England's Test squad ahead of their Australian tour.
England's campaign to reclaim the Ashes begins in Perth on 21 November, marking their first opportunity to secure victory in Australia since 2011.
The appointment sees Brook deputise for captain Ben Stokes, taking over the vice-captaincy from Ollie Pope.
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England currently sit third in the Test rankings, trailing both Australia and South Africa, yet supporters maintain genuine confidence about their prospects of returning victorious from the five-match series.
Rob Key, England's managing director, addressed speculation surrounding the vice-captaincy change during a press conference last week.
Harry Brook has had an incredible career with England
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He clarified that Brook's appointment carried no hidden implications for Pope's place in the squad, stating: "There are no other ulterior motives other than the fact that we think Harry is the best person to be the best vice-captain."
Key emphasised that selection decisions remain performance-based, explaining: "It doesn't matter if you are vice-captain or not. If we don't feel you are the right person wherever you are batting - whether that's an opener or at number five - we'll end up bringing in someone we think can do the job better."