After taking Brook's wicket, Afridi walked over to the England captain, shook hands and said Brook deserved the world‑class innings. He praised Brook's preparation and shot selection, calling him a rare batsman.
Brook's 100 at Pallekele helped England secure a place in the last four, while Pakistan's semi‑final hopes slipped. Afridi admitted Pakistan's batting failures and said they still have a chance to stay in the tournament.