England's Player Of The Series In Shock After Defeat To India: "After Heavy Roller..."
India defended 35 runs on the final day as Brook, who made a brilliant 111 in the second innings to lead England's fight back, said the ball moved around under grey skies at the Oval.
"I thought the pitch would be flatter after the (heavy) roller. But it (the ball) zipped around under the cloud. (Injured Chris) Woakes would always go out no matter what and it's unfortunate that we didn't get over the line," he added.
Brook rued the fact that England could not cross the line despite him and Joe Root (104), adding 195 runs for the fourth wicket.
"Our innings was going really well when I and Joe were batting. But this series has been full of ups and downs and the finish was fairly fitting. My mindset was to close the game as quickly as possible.
"Hindsight is beautiful. I've played alright this series. Not being able to win it is devastating. Happy to contribute as much as I have. It's been a very intense series, we've not left anything,' he added.
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