Joe Root's 35th Century Leads England's Dominant Day in Multan

Joe Root achieved his 35th century, surpassing Alastair Cook as England's top test run-scorer, during the first cricket test against Pakistan. Root's unbeaten 176 and Harry Brook's 141 not out accumulated a partnership of 243 runs. England reached 492-3, trailing Pakistan by 64 runs in Multan.

In a landmark achievement, Joe Root celebrated his 35th test century on the third day of the first cricket test against Pakistan, as England surged to 492-3 at Multan Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.

Root, surpassing Alastair Cook to become England's top run-scorer in test cricket, was instrumental with an unbeaten 176, while his Yorkshire compatriot Harry Brook contributed an impressive 141 not out. Their formidable partnership of 243 runs included 24 boundaries, leaving Pakistan's bowlers struggling to make inroads on a benign pitch.

England, implementing its aggressive "Bazball" strategy, trails by 64 runs. Root endured cramps to persist throughout the day, partnering also with Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley in significant stands. Brook, showing belligerence, crafted a near-flawless innings despite a scare at 75 due to a close call.

(With inputs from agencies.)